About Charles Neilson
Lived 1889 – 1916 (aged 26). Charles Neilson was a British association football player.
Personal life Neilson attended Ellon Primary School and graduated with an MA from Aberdeen University in 1913. He trained as a teacher at Aberdeen Training Centre and became a teaching assistant at Lossiemouth Public School. After the outbreak of the First World War in September 1914, Neilson enlisted as a private in the Gordon Highlanders in Peterhead. His brothers Rolland and James (the latter also a footballer) were also killed during the war. Neilson was added to the Aberdeen University Roll of Honour in 1921. 0 4 0
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Who was Charles Neilson?
Scottish footballer (1889-1916)
When was Charles Neilson born?
Charles Neilson was born on 27 November 1889 in Ellon.
When did Charles Neilson die?
Charles Neilson died on 1 June 1916 in Neuville-Saint-Vaast.
What was Charles Neilson's occupation?
Charles Neilson was an association football player.
What nationality was Charles Neilson?
Charles Neilson was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Neilson. https://biography.guide/charles-neilson/
MLA: "Charles Neilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-neilson/.
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