About Alexander Jackson
Lived 1890 – 1969 (aged 78). Alexander Jackson was a rugby union player.
Alexander R. V. Jackson (25 August 1890 – 31 January 1969) was an Irish international rugby union player.
Biography Jackson was born in Dublin and educated at Portora Royal School.
A centre three–quarter, Jackson captained Dublin club Wanderers and from 1911 to 1914 was a regular for Ireland, gaining 10 caps. His three international tries included a double in Ireland's win over France at Cork in 1911.
Jackson was held as a prisoner of war in World War I.
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Who was Alexander Jackson?
Irish international rugby union player
When was Alexander Jackson born?
Alexander Jackson was born on 25 August 1890.
When did Alexander Jackson die?
Alexander Jackson died on 31 January 1969.
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Alexander Jackson was a rugby union player.
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