About Bill Clarkson
Lived 1898 – 1971 (aged 72). Bill Clarkson was an American baseball player.
William Henry Clarkson (September 27, 1898 – August 27, 1971), also known as "Blackie", was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball. He played for the New York Giants and Boston Braves.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Clarkson?
Major League Baseball pitcher
When was Bill Clarkson born?
Bill Clarkson was born on 27 September 1898 in Portsmouth.
When did Bill Clarkson die?
Bill Clarkson died on 27 August 1971 in Raleigh.
What was Bill Clarkson's occupation?
Bill Clarkson was a baseball player.
What nationality was Bill Clarkson?
Bill Clarkson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Clarkson. https://biography.guide/bill-clarkson/
MLA: "Bill Clarkson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-clarkson/.
Chicago: "Bill Clarkson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-clarkson/.
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