About George Harper
Lived 1867 – 1937 (aged 69). George Harper was a New Zealand rugby union player.
George Harper (19 August 1867 – 7 June 1937) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A three-quarter, Harper represented Nelson at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, on the 1893 tour to Australia. He played three matches for the All Blacks, but did not play in an international.
Harper was educated at Nelson College from 1882 to 1885. He died suddenly in 1937 after boarding a train at Paeroa station.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Harper?
New Zealand rugby union player (1867-1937)
When was George Harper born?
George Harper was born on 19 August 1867 in Nelson.
When did George Harper die?
George Harper died on 7 June 1937 in Paeroa.
What was George Harper's occupation?
George Harper was a rugby union player.
What nationality was George Harper?
George Harper was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Harper (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Harper. https://biography.guide/george-harper-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "George Harper." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-harper-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "George Harper." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-harper-rugby-union-player/.
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