About Arthur Darby
Lived 1876 – 1960 (aged 84). Arthur Darby was a British rugby union player.
Arthur John Lovett Darby (9 January 1876 in Chester – 15 January 1960 in Dartmouth, Devon) was a British rugby union player who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics.
Before representing Britain in the Olympics, Darby was selected to represent England as part of the 1899 Home Nations Championship while playing club rugby for Cambridge University. Darby played only one game for England in a period viewed as very poor for the national team. The next year Darby played for the British rugby union team, which won the silver medal.
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Who was Arthur Darby?
English rugby union player (1876-1960)
When was Arthur Darby born?
Arthur Darby was born on 9 January 1876 in Chester.
When did Arthur Darby die?
Arthur Darby died on 16 January 1960.
What was Arthur Darby's occupation?
Arthur Darby was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Arthur Darby?
Arthur Darby was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Darby. https://biography.guide/arthur-darby/
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