About Donald Watson
Lived 1872 – 1958 (aged 86). Donald Watson was a New Zealand rugby union player.
James Donald Watson (10 August 1872 – 25 December 1958) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A forward, Watson represented Taranaki at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1896. He played one match for the All Blacks, against Queensland at Wellington.
Following the death of Henry Butland in 1956, Watson was the oldest living All Black.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Donald Watson?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Donald Watson born?
Donald Watson was born on 10 August 1872 in Rochdale.
When did Donald Watson die?
Donald Watson died on 25 December 1958 in Hastings.
What was Donald Watson's occupation?
Donald Watson was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Donald Watson?
Donald Watson was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Donald Watson (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donald Watson. https://biography.guide/donald-watson-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Donald Watson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/donald-watson-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "Donald Watson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/donald-watson-rugby-union-player/.
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