About Archibald Walker
Lived 1858 – 1945 (aged 86). Archibald Walker was a British rugby union player.
Archibald Walker was a Scotland international rugby union player.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career
He played for West of Scotland.
He played for Fettesian-Lorettonians in 1883 while still with West of Scotland, alongside his brother James Walker who was named as an Oxford University player.
He also played rugby for Oxford University.
Provincial career
He played for Glasgow District against Edinburgh District in the inter-city match of 3 December 1881.
He played for West of Scotland District in their match against East of Scotland District on 28 January 1882.
International career
He was capped five times for Scotland between 1881 and 1883.
Other sports
He rowed in the college eight at Oxford University.
He was a member of the Royal Company of Archers; and a member of the King's Bodyguard for Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Archibald Walker?
Scottish rugby union player
When was Archibald Walker born?
Archibald Walker was born on 29 June 1858.
When did Archibald Walker die?
Archibald Walker died on 10 June 1945.
What was Archibald Walker's occupation?
Archibald Walker was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Archibald Walker?
Archibald Walker was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Archibald Walker. https://biography.guide/archibald-walker/
MLA: "Archibald Walker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/archibald-walker/.
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