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Dutch Hendrian

1896 – 1953

American football player

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About Dutch Hendrian

Lived 1896 – 1953 (aged 57). Dutch Hendrian was an American baseball player, actor, american football player and american football coach.

Oscar George "Dutch" Hendrian (January 19, 1896 – December 13, 1953) was an American actor and former American football player in the National Football League (NFL).

Career Football Hendrian first played college football at the University of Pittsburgh where he played on the school's freshman football team in 1919. He also played on the school's freshman baseball team and performed in the university's student theatrical Cap and Gown Club in the spring of 1920. Hendrian then transferred to Princeton University where he finished out his college football career. He started his professional career as a running back in the NFL with the Akron Pros in 1923. He then played for the Canton Bulldogs, the Green Bay Packers, the New York Giants, and the Rock Island Independents.

Acting He made his debut in the movie The Happy Hottentots, playing Rosco. Many of his roles were uncredited, and he rarely had lines, usually playing extras. His two most notable movies were Son of Kong and The Most Dangerous Game. He retired from acting after his last movie, Belle of the Yukon, playing a miner. He died in Los Angeles, California on December 13, 1953.

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Education
Princeton University
Also known as
Oscar George Hendrian

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dutch Hendrian?

American football player (1896-1953)

When was Dutch Hendrian born?

Dutch Hendrian was born on 19 January 1896 in Detroit.

When did Dutch Hendrian die?

Dutch Hendrian died on 13 December 1953 in Los Angeles.

What was Dutch Hendrian's occupation?

Dutch Hendrian was a baseball player, actor, american football player and american football coach.

What nationality was Dutch Hendrian?

Dutch Hendrian was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dutch Hendrian

· Wikidata: Q5317305

· DBpedia: Dutch Hendrian

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