George Wilson
American football halfback from the United States
About George Wilson
Lived 1905 – 1990 (aged 84). George Wilson was an American military officer and american football player.
George Bowman Wilson Jr. (July 18, 1905 – May 3, 1990) was an American football player who played at Lafayette College. He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1988.
During the Second World War, he joined the United States Marine Corps, eventually achieving the rank of brigadier general and receiving honors including the Legion of Merit.
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Who was George Wilson?
American football halfback from the United States (1905-1990)
When was George Wilson born?
George Wilson was born on 18 July 1905 in Glenside.
When did George Wilson die?
George Wilson died on 3 May 1990 in Bryn Mawr.
What was George Wilson's occupation?
George Wilson was a military officer and american football player.
What nationality was George Wilson?
George Wilson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Wilson (American football halfback)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Wilson. https://biography.guide/george-wilson-military-officer/
MLA: "George Wilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-wilson-military-officer/.
Chicago: "George Wilson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-wilson-military-officer/.
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