About George Clayden
Lived 1903 – 1990 (aged 86). George Clayden was an Australian australian rules football player.
George Clayden (14 August 1903 – 25 March 1990) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Collingwood in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Clayden usually played either across the centre half back or in the ruck and was known as one of the toughest players during his era. Nicknamed "Kitty", Clayden was a member of the Collingwood side which won four premierships in a row and also represented the VFL in interstate football. He retired in 1933 after sustaining a serious knee injury.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Clayden?
Australian rules footballer
When was George Clayden born?
George Clayden was born on 14 August 1903 in Northcote.
When did George Clayden die?
George Clayden died on 25 March 1990 in Kew.
What was George Clayden's occupation?
George Clayden was an australian rules football player.
What nationality was George Clayden?
George Clayden was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Clayden. https://biography.guide/george-clayden/
MLA: "George Clayden." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-clayden/.
Chicago: "George Clayden." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-clayden/.
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