About David Dickson
Lived 1900 – 1978 (aged 77). David Dickson was a New Zealand rugby union player.
David McKee Dickson (25 September 1900 – 19 April 1978) was a New Zealand international rugby union player.
Dickson was born in Temuka and attended Christchurch Boys' High School, where he had two years in the first XV. He combined rugby with medical studies at Otago University, which made him unavailable to try out for the 1924–25 tour. A powerful back row forward, Dickson toured Australia with the All Blacks in 1925 and featured in all three of their matches against New South Wales. He was also utilised as an occasional goal–kicker during the tour.
After retiring, Dickson became a referee and officiated a Springboks match against Manawatu in 1937.
Dickson was a surgeon by profession.
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Who was David Dickson?
New Zealand international rugby union player
When was David Dickson born?
David Dickson was born on 25 September 1900.
When did David Dickson die?
David Dickson died on 19 April 1978.
What was David Dickson's occupation?
David Dickson was a rugby union player.
What nationality was David Dickson?
David Dickson was New Zealand.
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· DBpedia: David Dickson (rugby union)
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