About David James
Lived 1791 – 1846 (aged 54). David James was a British cricketer.
David James (3 June 1791 – 1 May 1846) was an English cricketer who was active in the 1810s. James, who was born in Marylebone, is recorded in two matches for Old Etonians, totalling 11 runs with a highest score of 9. He held two catches and took 3 wickets including one return of 4 wickets in an innings. He died in Lincoln's Inn, London, aged 54.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David James?
English cricketer, born 1791
When was David James born?
David James was born on 3 June 1791 in England.
When did David James die?
David James died on 1 May 1846 in Lincoln's Inn.
What was David James's occupation?
David James was a cricketer.
What nationality was David James?
David James was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David James (cricketer, born 1791)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David James. https://biography.guide/david-james-cricketer-1791/
MLA: "David James." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-james-cricketer-1791/.
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