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Cecil Shaw

1911 – 1977

English footballer

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Lived 1911 – 1977 (aged 65–66). Cecil Shaw was a British association football player.

Cecil Ernest Shaw (22 June 1911 – January 1977) was an English footballer who played as a full back.

Biography

Shaw was born in Mansfield. He turned professional in February 1930 when he joined Wolverhampton Wanderers. After 183 competitive appearances for Wolves, Shaw moved to their local rivals West Bromwich Albion in December 1936. Albion broke their transfer record to secure his services, paying the £7,500 fee in two installments. He made his Albion debut the same month, against Liverpool at Anfield. During the Second World War he continued to represent Albion, as well as making guest appearances for Nottingham Forest and Blackpool. Shaw scored 14 goals in 251 competitive games for West Bromwich Albion. In 1947 he left the club to join Hereford United, where he played until his retirement in 1949. He later refereed in the Oldbury & District leagues and worked as a scout for West Bromwich Albion. Shaw died in Handsworth, Birmingham in January 1977.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1977, Birmingham
Also known as
Cecil Ernest Shaw

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Cecil Shaw?

English footballer (1911-1977)

When was Cecil Shaw born?

Cecil Shaw was born on 22 June 1911 in Mansfield.

When did Cecil Shaw die?

Cecil Shaw died in 1977 in Birmingham.

What was Cecil Shaw's occupation?

Cecil Shaw was an association football player.

What nationality was Cecil Shaw?

Cecil Shaw was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Cecil Shaw

· Wikidata: Q954499

· DBpedia: Cecil Shaw (footballer)

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