About Gene Davidson
Lived 1896 – 1960 (aged 64). Gene Davidson was an American american football player.
Gene "Sodie" Davidson (February 19, 1896 – September 12, 1960) was an American football and baseball player for the Arkansas Razorbacks of the University of Arkansas. He was inducted into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame in 1968. Davidson was named "Arkansas' Greatest Athlete" in 1919.
Early life Gene Davidson was born on February 19, 1896, in Hon Township of Scott County, Arkansas to Joe Davidson and Susan Ivey.
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Who was Gene Davidson?
American gridiron football player (1896-1960)
When was Gene Davidson born?
Gene Davidson was born on 19 February 1896 in Scott County.
When did Gene Davidson die?
Gene Davidson died on 12 September 1960 in Fort Smith.
What was Gene Davidson's occupation?
Gene Davidson was an american football player.
What nationality was Gene Davidson?
Gene Davidson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gene Davidson. https://biography.guide/gene-davidson/
MLA: "Gene Davidson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gene-davidson/.
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