About Charles Bourne
Lived 1882 – 1930 (aged 48). Charles Bourne was an australian rules football player.
William Charles Bourne (13 February 1882 – 20 May 1930) was an Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
After his brief football career Bourne served at Gallipoli and in France during World War I, suffering a fractured back and being shot in the hand and the hip in an eventful military service period.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Bourne?
Australian rules footballer
When was Charles Bourne born?
Charles Bourne was born on 13 February 1882 in Warrnambool.
When did Charles Bourne die?
Charles Bourne died on 20 May 1930 in South Yarra.
What was Charles Bourne's occupation?
Charles Bourne was an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Bourne (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Bourne. https://biography.guide/charles-bourne-australian-rules-football-player/
MLA: "Charles Bourne." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-bourne-australian-rules-football-player/.
Chicago: "Charles Bourne." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/charles-bourne-australian-rules-football-player/.
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