About Bob Shand
Lived 1866 – 1934 (aged 67). Bob Shand was a South African rugby union player.
Robert Shand (27 August 1866 – 1 March 1934) was a South African international rugby union player. He was born in Tulbagh and educated in Swellendam before playing provincial rugby for Griqualand West. Shand made his only two Test appearances for South Africa during Great Britain's 1891 tour, South Africa's first as a Test nation. He played, as a forward, in the 2nd and 3rd Tests of the three match series, both of which were won by Great Britain. Shand died in 1934, in Faure, at the age of 67.
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Who was Bob Shand?
South African rugby union footballer
When was Bob Shand born?
Bob Shand was born on 27 August 1866 in Tulbagh.
When did Bob Shand die?
Bob Shand died on 1 March 1934 in Faure.
What was Bob Shand's occupation?
Bob Shand was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Bob Shand?
Bob Shand was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Shand. https://biography.guide/bob-shand/
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