About Arthur Swift
Lived 1892 – 1954 (aged 61–62). Arthur Swift was a British association football player.
Arthur Swift (1892–1954) was an English professional footballer who played in the Football League as a forward for Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion.
Career Swift was born in Hartlepool, England in 1892. He signed for West Bromwich Albion in 1913 and made his debut in a home 1–0 win against Preston North End on 3 January 2014. Between then and 1920, he made 28 appearances in all competitions scoring 11 times.
It is known that he served in World War I, which would have limited his appearances for the club.
In 1920, Swift signed for Crystal Palace, Swift retired from playing in 1921 to take up coaching duties.
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Who was Arthur Swift?
British association football player (1892-1954)
When was Arthur Swift born?
Arthur Swift was born in 1892 in Hartlepool.
When did Arthur Swift die?
Arthur Swift died in 1954.
What was Arthur Swift's occupation?
Arthur Swift was an association football player.
What nationality was Arthur Swift?
Arthur Swift was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Swift (footballer)
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MLA: "Arthur Swift." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-swift/.
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