About Alfred Davenport
Lived 1849 – 1932 (aged 82). Alfred Davenport was a British rugby union player.
Alfred Davenport (1849-1932) was a rugby union international who represented England in 1871.
Early life Alfred Davenport was born on May 5, 1849 in Oxford. He attended Rugby School and went to the University of Oxford.
Rugby union career Davenport represented and captained the Oxford University rugby side. He made his international debut on March 27, 1871 at Edinburgh in the Scotland vs England match that also proved to be the first ever international rugby match.
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Who was Alfred Davenport?
English rugby union player
When was Alfred Davenport born?
Alfred Davenport was born on 5 May 1849 in Oxford.
When did Alfred Davenport die?
Alfred Davenport died on 2 April 1932 in Abingdon-on-Thames.
What was Alfred Davenport's occupation?
Alfred Davenport was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Alfred Davenport?
Alfred Davenport was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alfred Davenport. https://biography.guide/alfred-davenport/
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