About Edmond Ryan
Lived 1891 – 1965 (aged 74). Edmond Ryan was a New Zealand rugby union player and military personnel.
Edmond Ryan (17 February 1891 – 29 August 1965) was a New Zealand international rugby union player.
A native of Petone, Ryan was one of eight rugby playing siblings from a family with Irish origins. This included All Blacks utility back James Ryan who was an elder brother. All brothers played for Petone and Eddie was one of five to represent Wellington, which he debuted for in 1912 before the outbreak of war.
Ryan served with the New Zealand Field Artillery in World War I and was decorated with the British War Medal.
An attacking centre, Ryan took part in the 1919 King's Cup competition with the New Zealand Services team, then made his solitary All Blacks appearance in a match against New South Wales at Christchurch in 1921.
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Who was Edmond Ryan?
New Zealand rugby union player (1891-1965)
When was Edmond Ryan born?
Edmond Ryan was born on 17 February 1891 in Wellington.
When did Edmond Ryan die?
Edmond Ryan died on 29 August 1965.
What was Edmond Ryan's occupation?
Edmond Ryan was a rugby union player and military personnel.
What nationality was Edmond Ryan?
Edmond Ryan was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Eddie Ryan (rugby union)
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MLA: "Edmond Ryan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edmond-ryan/.
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