About Ernie George
Lived 1887 – 1971 (aged 83). Ernie George was an australian rules football player.
Ernest Arthur George (17 October 1887 – 5 February 1971) was an Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
He later played for Brunswick in the VFA.
George is best known for winning the 1913 Stawell Gift off 12½ yards in 12.2secs.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ernie George?
Australian rules footballer (1887-1971)
When was Ernie George born?
Ernie George was born on 17 October 1887 in Mount Egerton.
When did Ernie George die?
Ernie George died on 5 February 1971 in Armadale.
What was Ernie George's occupation?
Ernie George was an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ernie George (Australian footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ernie George. https://biography.guide/ernie-george/
MLA: "Ernie George." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ernie-george/.
Chicago: "Ernie George." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ernie-george/.
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