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Billy Holmes

1890 – 1942

Australian rules footballer

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About Billy Holmes

Lived 1890 – 1942 (aged 52). Billy Holmes was an australian rules football player.

William Frederick Holmes (26 January 1890 – 11 October 1942) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Collingwood and Fitzroy in the Victorian Football League (VFL).

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Also known as
William Frederick Holmes

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Billy Holmes?

Australian rules footballer

When was Billy Holmes born?

Billy Holmes was born on 26 January 1890 in Eaglehawk.

When did Billy Holmes die?

Billy Holmes died on 11 October 1942 in Prahran.

What was Billy Holmes's occupation?

Billy Holmes was an australian rules football player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Billy Holmes

· Wikidata: Q18641464

· DBpedia: Billy Holmes (Australian footballer)

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