About Barney Solomon
Lived 1883 – 1952 (aged 68–69). Barney Solomon was a British rugby union player.
John Charles "Barney" Solomon (11 February 1883 – 27 June 1952) was a British rugby union player who competed as captain for Great Britain in the 1908 Summer Olympics at White City Stadium, London. He also played for Redruth R.F.C. He was captain of the British rugby union team, which on 26 October 1908 won the Olympic silver medal for Great Britain. right
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Barney Solomon?
English rugby union player (1883-1952)
When was Barney Solomon born?
Barney Solomon was born in 1883 in Camborne.
When did Barney Solomon die?
Barney Solomon died in 1952.
What was Barney Solomon's occupation?
Barney Solomon was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Barney Solomon?
Barney Solomon was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Barney Solomon. https://biography.guide/barney-solomon/
MLA: "Barney Solomon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/barney-solomon/.
Chicago: "Barney Solomon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/barney-solomon/.
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