About George Edwards
Lived 1918 – 1993 (aged 74). George Edwards was a British association football player.
George Robert Edwards (1 April 1918 – 21 January 1993) was an English professional footballer who is best known for his career with Aston Villa. His playing position was a striker.
Born in Great Yarmouth, Edwards played for Norwich City before signing for Aston Villa.
Edwards played 122 games for Villa during World War II, scoring 93 goals, He also made wartime guest appearances for Birmingham, Chelmsford, Coventry City, Northampton Town, Norwich City, Walsall, Wrexham, Nottingham Forest, Notts County, West Bromwich Albion, Leicester City and Worcester City.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Edwards?
English professional footballer, born 1918
When was George Edwards born?
George Edwards was born on 1 April 1918.
When did George Edwards die?
George Edwards died on 21 January 1993.
What was George Edwards's occupation?
George Edwards was an association football player.
What nationality was George Edwards?
George Edwards was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Edwards (footballer, born 1918)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Edwards. https://biography.guide/george-edwards-association-football-player-1918/
MLA: "George Edwards." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-edwards-association-football-player-1918/.
Chicago: "George Edwards." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-edwards-association-football-player-1918/.
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