About George Chalkley
Lived 1883 – 1963 (aged 79). George Chalkley was a British association football player.
George Alfred Arthur Chalkley (29 May 1883 – 7 January 1963) was an English footballer who played as a centre-half for West Ham United.
Born in Plaistow, George, was the brother of West Ham full-back Alf and Dartford left-back Charlie. He played for Custom House before joining West Ham United in 1908. He played seven Southern League games for the east London club during the 1908–09 season, the first a 1–0 victory at Upton Park against Southampton on 25 December 1908 and the last a 1–0 defeat at Luton Town on 30 January 1909.
Chalkley played for Hastings & St Leonards United for the 1909–10 campaign, the club's final season before they were dissolved. The following season, he signed for Southend.
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Who was George Chalkley?
English footballer (1883-1963)
When was George Chalkley born?
George Chalkley was born on 29 May 1883 in Plaistow.
When did George Chalkley die?
George Chalkley died on 7 January 1963 in Plaistow.
What was George Chalkley's occupation?
George Chalkley was an association football player.
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George Chalkley was British.
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