About Craddock Dufty
Lived 1900 – 1955 (aged 55). Craddock Dufty was a New Zealand rugby league player.
Calvin Thomas Craddock Dufty (10 March 1900 – 1 August 1955) was a New Zealand rugby league player who represented New Zealand. During World War I, Dufty served with the New Zealand Expeditionary Force, embarking in 1916 when aged 16.
In 1919, aged 19, Dufty made his debut for Auckland, starring in the regions 37-13 defence of the Northern Union Cup against Hawke's Bay. His performance earned him selection during the 1919 Kangaroo tour of New Zealand for the New Zealand national rugby league team that hosted matches against the Australia national rugby league team for their first tour.
In 1922, he toured Australia with the New Zealand Māori side. He played in five inter-island games for the North Island, his last being in 1930.
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Who was Craddock Dufty?
New Zealand rugby league footballer
When was Craddock Dufty born?
Craddock Dufty was born on 10 March 1900 in New Zealand.
When did Craddock Dufty die?
Craddock Dufty died on 1 August 1955.
What was Craddock Dufty's occupation?
Craddock Dufty was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Craddock Dufty?
Craddock Dufty was New Zealand.
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