About Bill McArthur
Lived 1918 – 1997 (aged 78). Bill McArthur was an American american football player.
William D. McArthur (July 28, 1918 – April 24, 1997) was an American football player and coach. He served three stints as the head football coach at Western Oregon University, from 1947 to 1954, from 1956 to 1982, and in 1991, compiling a record of 180–124–6. McArthur spent part of one off-season with the Chicago Rockets of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) in 1946.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill McArthur?
American football player and coach (1918–1997)
When was Bill McArthur born?
Bill McArthur was born on 28 July 1918 in Keokuk.
When did Bill McArthur die?
Bill McArthur died on 24 April 1997 in Salem.
What was Bill McArthur's occupation?
Bill McArthur was an american football player.
What nationality was Bill McArthur?
Bill McArthur was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill McArthur (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill McArthur. https://biography.guide/bill-mcarthur/
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