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Bill Richards

1896 – 1968

Rugby league footballer

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About Bill Richards

Lived 1896 – 1968 (aged 71). Bill Richards was an Australian rugby league player.

William Richards (4 August 1896 – 14 July 1968)

Richards joined Newtown in the 1922 NSWRFL season, having come to Sydney as the only Queenslander selected to an "Australasian" side for a match against the Kangaroos. He moved to Eastern Suburbs in 1923 and was a second rower in their premiership team. After two seasons in Sydney, Richards returned to Queensland.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Richards?

rugby league footballer

When was Bill Richards born?

Bill Richards was born on 4 August 1896.

When did Bill Richards die?

Bill Richards died on 14 July 1968.

What was Bill Richards's occupation?

Bill Richards was a rugby league player.

What nationality was Bill Richards?

Bill Richards was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Richards

· Wikidata: Q116502143

· DBpedia: Bill Richards (rugby league)

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