About Ernest Herbert
Lived 1914 – 1942 (aged 27–28). Ernest Herbert was a British rugby league player.
Ernest Herbert ( – 18 September 1942) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s and 1940s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Hull FC, as a .
Playing career Club career Herbert began his career at Hull in 1933, and played in Hull FC's 10-18 defeat by Huddersfield in the 1938 Yorkshire Cup Final during the 1938–39 season at Odsal Stadium, Bradford on Saturday 22 October 1938.
International honours Herbert won caps for England while at Hull in 1936 against France, and in 1938 against France.
Background Ernie Herbert was the older brother of the rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s for Hull FC; Harry Herbert
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ernest Herbert?
English rugby league footballer
When was Ernest Herbert born?
Ernest Herbert was born in 1914.
When did Ernest Herbert die?
Ernest Herbert died on 18 September 1942 in Leeds.
What was Ernest Herbert's occupation?
Ernest Herbert was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Ernest Herbert?
Ernest Herbert was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ernie Herbert (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ernest Herbert. https://biography.guide/ernest-herbert/
MLA: "Ernest Herbert." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ernest-herbert/.
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