About George Brown
Born 1883. George Brown was a British association football player.
George Samuel Brown (born 1883) was an English amateur footballer who made two appearances for Southampton in the Southern League in 1910. His full-time occupation was as a fisherman.
Football career Brown was born in the Longfleet St Mary parish of Poole and had represented the Dorset County F.A. In March 1910, he was invited to The Dell for a trial; considered "up to scratch",
Despite acquitting himself well in his two first-team appearances, Brown decided to abandon his football career and resume his profession as a fisherman, although he continued to play for his local club, earning a trial with the England amateur team in January 1911.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Brown?
English amateur footballer (1883-?)
When was George Brown born?
George Brown was born in 1883 in St Mary's Church, Longfleet.
What was George Brown's occupation?
George Brown was an association football player.
What nationality was George Brown?
George Brown was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Brown (footballer, born 1883)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Brown. https://biography.guide/george-brown-association-football-player-1883/
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