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George Paterson

1914 – 1985

British association football player

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Lived 1914 – 1985 (aged 71). George Paterson was a British association football player and association football coach.

George Denholm Paterson (26 September 1914 – 25 December 1985) was a Scottish international footballer.

Paterson started his senior career at Celtic, where he won two Scottish league championships and the Scottish Cup once. He then served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, while playing as a guest for Leicester City, Blackpool, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Tranmere Rovers and Arsenal. Paterson's career with Celtic came to an end after he incurred a three-month suspension for vociferously arguing with the referee (whom he felt was under the influence of alcohol) during Celtic's 1946 Victory Cup semi-final against rivals Rangers.

Paterson moved to England to sign for Brentford in a swap deal with Gerry McAloon, he had a keen interest in the movie business. He later emigrated to New Zealand and died there in December 1985.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Paterson?

British association football player (1914-1985)

When was George Paterson born?

George Paterson was born on 26 September 1914 in Denny.

When did George Paterson die?

George Paterson died on 10 December 1985 in New Zealand.

What was George Paterson's occupation?

George Paterson was an association football player and association football coach.

What nationality was George Paterson?

George Paterson was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Paterson

· Wikidata: Q5543233

· DBpedia: George Paterson (footballer, born 1914)

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