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Bill Flannigan

1901 – 1935

American football player

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About Bill Flannigan

Lived 1901 – 1935 (aged 33). Bill Flannigan was an American athlete.

William Sylvester Flanagan (April 9, 1901 – February 19, 1935) played for the Louisville Colonels of the National Football League during the 1926 NFL season.

Flanagan was born on April 9, 1901, in Green County, Wisconsin, the son of William H. Flanagan (1865–1939) and Marie Keegan Flanagan (1882–1972).

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Education
Beloit Memorial High School
Also known as
William Sylvester Flanagan

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Flannigan?

American football player

When was Bill Flannigan born?

Bill Flannigan was born on 9 April 1901.

When did Bill Flannigan die?

Bill Flannigan died on 19 February 1935.

What was Bill Flannigan's occupation?

Bill Flannigan was an athlete.

What nationality was Bill Flannigan?

Bill Flannigan was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Flannigan

· Wikidata: Q21176566

· DBpedia: Bill Flanagan (American football)

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