About Billy Jefferson
Lived 1918 – 1974 (aged 55). Billy Jefferson was an American american football player.
William C. Jefferson (March 17, 1918 – March 10, 1974) was an American professional football player and coach. He played professionally as a halfback in the National Football League (NFL) with the Detroit Lions in 1941 and the Brooklyn Dodgers and the Philadelphia Eagles in 1942.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Jefferson?
American football player (1918-1974)
When was Billy Jefferson born?
Billy Jefferson was born on 17 March 1918 in Pheba.
When did Billy Jefferson die?
Billy Jefferson died on 10 March 1974 in Memphis, Tennessee.
What was Billy Jefferson's occupation?
Billy Jefferson was an american football player.
What nationality was Billy Jefferson?
Billy Jefferson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Jefferson. https://biography.guide/billy-jefferson/
MLA: "Billy Jefferson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-jefferson/.
Chicago: "Billy Jefferson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/billy-jefferson/.
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