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Dave Adams

1920 – 2011

Canadian football player

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Lived 1920 – 2011 (aged 91). Dave Adams was a Canadian canadian football player.

David Roger "Steaky" Adams (January 14, 1920 – November 21, 2011) was a Canadian professional football player who played for the Calgary Stampeders. He won the Grey Cup with them in 1948. Adams was also selected for the all-star team in 1946 and 1947. Previously, Adams served in World War II with the Royal Canadian Engineers. He died in 2011.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dave Adams?

Canadian football player

When was Dave Adams born?

Dave Adams was born on 14 January 1920 in Castor.

When did Dave Adams die?

Dave Adams died on 21 November 2011 in Nanaimo.

What was Dave Adams's occupation?

Dave Adams was a canadian football player.

What nationality was Dave Adams?

Dave Adams was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dave Adams

· Wikidata: Q18008929

· DBpedia: Dave Adams (Canadian football)

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