About Billy Richards
Lived 1878 – 1928 (aged 49–50). Billy Richards was an Australian rugby union player.
Edward William Richards (5 November 1880 – 14 June 1928) was a rugby union player who represented Australia.
Richards, a lock, was born in Vegetable Creek, New South Wales and claimed a total of 5 international rugby caps for Australia. His debut game was against Great Britain, at Sydney, on 2 July 1904.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Richards?
Australian rugby union player (c. 1878 – c. 1928)
When was Billy Richards born?
Billy Richards was born in 1878 in Emmaville.
When did Billy Richards die?
Billy Richards died in 1928.
What was Billy Richards's occupation?
Billy Richards was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Billy Richards?
Billy Richards was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Richards (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Richards. https://biography.guide/billy-richards-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Billy Richards." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-richards-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "Billy Richards." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/billy-richards-rugby-union-player/.
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