About Fred Alexander
Lived 1870 – 1937 (aged 66). Fred Alexander was a South African rugby union player.
Frederick Augustus Alexander (30 December 1870 – 20 April 1937) was a South African international rugby union player.
Biography Born in Malmesbury, Cape Colony he attended Kimberley Boys' High School before playing provincial rugby for Griqualand West (now known as the Griquas). 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 2nd matches of the series, both of which South Africa lost. Alexander died in 1937, in Johannesburg, at the age of 66.
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 0–3 Forward 29 Aug 1891 Eclectic Cricket Ground, Kimberley
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Who was Fred Alexander?
South African rugby union footballer (1870-1937)
When was Fred Alexander born?
Fred Alexander was born on 30 December 1870 in Malmesbury.
When did Fred Alexander die?
Fred Alexander died on 20 April 1937 in Johannesburg.
What was Fred Alexander's occupation?
Fred Alexander was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Fred Alexander?
Fred Alexander was South African.
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· DBpedia: Fred Alexander (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Alexander. https://biography.guide/fred-alexander-rugby-union-player/
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