About Frank Trott
Lived 1915 – 1987 (aged 71). Frank Trott was a British rugby union player.
Richard 'Frank' Trott (14 March 1915, in Cardiff – 28 January 1987) was a Welsh rugby union footballer of the 1930s and 1940s who played 205 rugby union (RU) games for Cardiff RFC, and represented Wales. He played Fullback and won 8 caps. his first against England v Wales at Twickenham, 17 Jan 1948 and his last against France v Wales at Colombes, 26 March 1949.
When his playing days were over Trott became Honorary Secretary to Cardiff RFC for many years.
Genealogical information
Frank Trott was Cousin to Cardiff RFC and Great Britain Prop Frank Whitcombe.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Frank Trott?
Welsh rugby union footballer
When was Frank Trott born?
Frank Trott was born on 14 March 1915.
When did Frank Trott die?
Frank Trott died on 28 January 1987.
What was Frank Trott's occupation?
Frank Trott was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Frank Trott?
Frank Trott was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Trott. https://biography.guide/frank-trott/
MLA: "Frank Trott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-trott/.
Chicago: "Frank Trott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/frank-trott/.
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