About Fred Wilkes
Lived 1883 – 1942 (aged 58–59). Fred Wilkes was a British association football player.
Frederick Wilkes (26 August 1883 –1942) was an English professional footballer who played for Reading and Tottenham Hotspur, as a defender
Football career Wilkes began his playing career at Reading. In 1908, the left back joined Tottenham Hotspur, between 1908 and 1912 Wilkes made 60 appearances in all competitions for "Spurs".
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Who was Fred Wilkes?
English footballer (1883-1942)
When was Fred Wilkes born?
Fred Wilkes was born on 26 August 1883 in Bidford-on-Avon.
When did Fred Wilkes die?
Fred Wilkes died in 1942.
What was Fred Wilkes's occupation?
Fred Wilkes was an association football player.
What nationality was Fred Wilkes?
Fred Wilkes was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Wilkes. https://biography.guide/fred-wilkes/
MLA: "Fred Wilkes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-wilkes/.
Chicago: "Fred Wilkes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-wilkes/.
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