Dave Brown
Australian rugby union and rugby league footballer (born 18__)
About Dave Brown
Lived 1880 – 1910 (aged 29–30). Dave Brown was an Australian rugby league player and rugby union player.
David Joseph Brown (13 May 1886 – 24 December 1910) was a pioneer of rugby league football in Australia.
He played in the opening three seasons of the new sport for Eastern Suburbs, 1908, 1909 and 1910.
Primarily a centre, Brown made most of his appearances for the East's club during the 1908 and 1909 seasons, including the NSWRL's first match and first premiership decider. He played one match in 1910 before retiring.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Brown?
Australian rugby union and rugby league footballer (born 18__)
When was Dave Brown born?
Dave Brown was born in 1880.
When did Dave Brown die?
Dave Brown died on 24 December 1910.
What was Dave Brown's occupation?
Dave Brown was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Dave Brown?
Dave Brown was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dave Brown (rugby, born 1886)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Brown. https://biography.guide/dave-brown-rugby-league-player/
MLA: "Dave Brown." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-brown-rugby-league-player/.
Chicago: "Dave Brown." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dave-brown-rugby-league-player/.
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