About Arthur Johnson
Lived 1933 – 2011 (aged 78). Arthur Johnson was a British association football player.
Playing career Johnson represented Southport and District Schoolboys as a youngster and went on to join Blackburn Rovers as an apprentice in 1949 before turning professional a year later.
After one appearance in the Football League over the next five years, Johnson moved to Halifax Town and enjoyed regular football before moving to Wrexham in 1960. He spent three years with the North Wales club, although the early stages of 1962–63 were spent on loan at local rivals Chester.
Johnson was released by Wrexham in 1963, going on to play non-League football for New Brighton, Rhyl and Holyhead Town. Away from football, he worked as a cost accountant.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Johnson?
British association football player (1933-2011)
When was Arthur Johnson born?
Arthur Johnson was born on 23 January 1933 in Liverpool.
When did Arthur Johnson die?
Arthur Johnson died on 20 June 2011 in Chorley.
What was Arthur Johnson's occupation?
Arthur Johnson was an association football player.
What nationality was Arthur Johnson?
Arthur Johnson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Johnson (footballer, born 1933)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Johnson. https://biography.guide/arthur-johnson-association-football-player/
MLA: "Arthur Johnson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-johnson-association-football-player/.
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