About George King
Lived 1892 – 1976 (aged 83). George King was an australian rules football player.
George Linton King (5 October 1892 – 5 May 1976) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Fitzroy in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
The eldest son of George Linton King and Margaret Newton, he grew up in South Melbourne before commencing his football career with the Fitzroy Juniors. He was a tall player in his era, and played in the ruck and as a key forward. Notable events in his short career included being struck by Arthur Bettles in 1915 and scoring two goals in a game against Collingwood in 1916.
His football career ended when he was mobilised for service in World War I, departing for Europe in late 1916.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George King?
Australian rules footballer (1892-1976)
When was George King born?
George King was born on 5 October 1892 in Melbourne.
When did George King die?
George King died on 5 May 1976 in Heidelberg.
What was George King's occupation?
George King was an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George King (Australian footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George King. https://biography.guide/george-king-australian-rules-football-player/
MLA: "George King." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-king-australian-rules-football-player/.
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