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George Halford

1886 – 1960

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About George Halford

Lived 1886 – 1960 (aged 74). George Halford was a rugby union player and military personnel.

Jonathan George Halford (27 April 1886 – 30 May 1960) was an English international rugby union player.

Born in Gloucester, Halford was the son of a blacksmith's assistant, widely known by the nickname "Biddy".

Halford, a second-row forward, made his debut for Gloucester in 1907-08, following a period of army service. He was captain for the 1913-14 season, then during the war served as a private with the 1st Battalion of the Gloucestershire Regiment, arriving in 1914 at Le Havre. During fighting in France in early 1915, Halford was erroneously reported as having been killed, but had instead suffered shrapnel injuries and recovered in an English hospital.

After the war, Halford resumed as Gloucester captain and in his first season back won an England call up, gaining caps against Wales and France during the 1920 Five Nations. He finished his career with 34 county appearances for Gloucestershire, which included four County Championship titles, and remained with Gloucester until 1923.

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Who was George Halford?

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When was George Halford born?

George Halford was born on 27 April 1886.

When did George Halford die?

George Halford died on 30 May 1960.

What was George Halford's occupation?

George Halford was a rugby union player and military personnel.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Halford

· Wikidata: Q130470649

· DBpedia: George Halford (rugby union)

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