About Arthur Lyon
Lived 1851 – 1905 (aged 54). Arthur Lyon was a British rugby union player.
Arthur Lyon (4 August 1851 – 4 December 1905) was a rugby union international who represented England in 1871.
Early life Arthur Lyon's birth was registered in West Derby, Lancashire, he attended Rugby School, and then Oxford University, he died aged 54 .
Rugby union career Lyon played for both Oxford University and later for Liverpool. He was one of ten Old Rugbeians to make an international debut on 27 March 1871 at Edinburgh in the first international rugby match, and first meeting of Scotland and England match.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Lyon?
English rugby union footballer
When was Arthur Lyon born?
Arthur Lyon was born on 4 August 1851 in West Derby.
When did Arthur Lyon die?
Arthur Lyon died on 4 December 1905.
What was Arthur Lyon's occupation?
Arthur Lyon was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Arthur Lyon?
Arthur Lyon was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Lyon (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Lyon. https://biography.guide/arthur-lyon-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Arthur Lyon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-lyon-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "Arthur Lyon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/arthur-lyon-rugby-union-player/.
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