About George Burton
Lived 1855 – 1890 (aged 35). George Burton was a British rugby union player.
George Burton (1855-1890) was a rugby union international who represented England from 1879 to 1881. Of the 6 matches he played for his national side he was on the winning side on 4 occasions. He played his final match for England on 19 March 1881 at Edinburgh in the Scotland vs England match.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Burton?
English rugby union player
When was George Burton born?
George Burton was born on 29 August 1855 in Wakefield.
When did George Burton die?
George Burton died on 17 September 1890 in West Hampstead.
What was George Burton's occupation?
George Burton was a rugby union player.
What nationality was George Burton?
George Burton was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Burton (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Burton. https://biography.guide/george-burton-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "George Burton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-burton-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "George Burton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-burton-rugby-union-player/.
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