About Ben Compton
Lived 1901 – 1946 (aged 44–45). Ben Compton was an American american football player.
Ben E. Compton (April 2, 1901 – October 18, 1946) was a college football player.
University of Alabama He was a prominent guard for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team of the University of Alabama from 1922 to 1924, playing opposite Bill Buckler. Compton also kicked.
1924 Compton was a member of the 1924 Southern Conference champion, playing opposite Bill Buckler. He was selected All-Southern on the second of two composite All-Southern selections.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ben Compton?
American gridiron football player (1901-1946)
When was Ben Compton born?
Ben Compton was born on 2 April 1901 in Greensboro.
When did Ben Compton die?
Ben Compton died in 1946.
What was Ben Compton's occupation?
Ben Compton was an american football player.
What nationality was Ben Compton?
Ben Compton was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ben Compton (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ben Compton. https://biography.guide/ben-compton-american-football-player/
MLA: "Ben Compton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ben-compton-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Ben Compton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ben-compton-american-football-player/.
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