About Edward Little
Lived 1864 – 1945 (aged 80). Edward Little was a South African rugby union player.
Edward McMillan Little (4 November 1864 – 1 July 1945) was a Scottish-born South African international rugby union player.
Biography Born in Midlothian, he first played provincial rugby for Griqualand West (now known as the Griquas), before joining Western Province.
He made his only two Test appearances for South Africa during Great Britain's 1891 tour. Alexander was selected to play as a forward in the 1st and 3rd matches of the series, both of which South Africa lost. Little died in 1945 at the age of 80.
Test history No. Opponents Results(SA 1st) Position Tries Date Venue 1. British Isles 0–4 Forward 30 Jul 1891 Crusaders Ground, Port Elizabeth 2. British Isles 0–4 Forward 5 Sep 1891Newlands, Cape Town
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Edward Little?
South African rugby union player
When was Edward Little born?
Edward Little was born on 4 November 1864 in Midlothian.
When did Edward Little die?
Edward Little died on 1 July 1945.
What was Edward Little's occupation?
Edward Little was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Edward Little?
Edward Little was South African.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Edward Little (rugby union)
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