About Arnold Beitzel
Lived 1897 – 1982 (aged 85). Arnold Beitzel was an australian rules football player.
Henry Arnold Beitzel (27 May 1897 – 6 November 1982) was an Australian rules footballer who played for the St Kilda Football Club and Fitzroy Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
In July 1915, Beitzel enlisted to serve in World War I, having his right thumb amputated while fighting in North Africa and later fighting in France. He also served in World War II.
Arnold's son, Harry Beitzel was the umpire in charge of the 1955 VFL Grand Final.
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Who was Arnold Beitzel?
Australian rules footballer (1897-1982)
When was Arnold Beitzel born?
Arnold Beitzel was born on 27 May 1897 in Pakenham.
When did Arnold Beitzel die?
Arnold Beitzel died on 6 November 1982 in Townsville.
What was Arnold Beitzel's occupation?
Arnold Beitzel was an australian rules football player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arnold Beitzel. https://biography.guide/arnold-beitzel/
MLA: "Arnold Beitzel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arnold-beitzel/.
Chicago: "Arnold Beitzel." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/arnold-beitzel/.
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