About David Phillips Jones
Lived 1881 – 1936 (aged 54). David Phillips Jones was a British rugby union player.
David Phillips Jones more commonly known as 'Ponty' Jones (10 December 1881 – 9 January 1936) was a Welsh international rugby union wing player who played club rugby for several teams, most notably Pontypool and London Welsh. He won a single cap for Wales in 1907.
Jones was a mining surveyor by profession, and was also a classically trained harpist. A keen sportsman, he also played soccer and once had a Welsh amateur trial. During the First World War he joined the British Army and served in the South Wales Borderers. making his debut for the club on 7 December 1901 in a match against Ebbw Vale RFC. Ireland 1907
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Who was David Phillips Jones?
Welsh rugby union player
When was David Phillips Jones born?
David Phillips Jones was born on 10 December 1881 in Pontymoile.
When did David Phillips Jones die?
David Phillips Jones died on 9 January 1936 in Llantarnam.
What was David Phillips Jones's occupation?
David Phillips Jones was a rugby union player.
What nationality was David Phillips Jones?
David Phillips Jones was British.
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