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Edward Burnicle

1890 – 1931

Australian rugby league footballer

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About Edward Burnicle

Lived 1890 – 1931 (aged 40–41). Edward Burnicle was an Australian rugby league player.

Edward Burnicle (1890–1931) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1910s and 1920s.

Playing career Born at Paddington, New South Wales to parents Henry and Elizabeth Burnicle, Burnicle played for Balmain for four years between 1915 and 1918, and he also played one season for Western Suburbs in 1921. The highlight of his career was winning a premiership with Balmain, playing prop forward in the 1916 Grand Final. He also played for Balmain when the club won the premiership in 1915 and 1917.

Death Burnicle died on 18 February 1931, at Five Dock, New South Wales as a result of an accident.

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Important facts

Born
1890, Paddington
Birth century
Died
1931
Occupation
Nationality

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Burnicle?

Australian rugby league footballer

When was Edward Burnicle born?

Edward Burnicle was born in 1890 in Paddington.

When did Edward Burnicle die?

Edward Burnicle died in 1931.

What was Edward Burnicle's occupation?

Edward Burnicle was a rugby league player.

What nationality was Edward Burnicle?

Edward Burnicle was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Burnicle

· Wikidata: Q18391905

· DBpedia: Edward Burnicle

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