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George Wise

1904 – 1971

New Zealand rugby union player

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About George Wise

Lived 1904 – 1971 (aged 67). George Wise was a New Zealand rugby union player.

George Denis Wise (12 May 1904 – 1 September 1971) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A wing three-quarter, Wise represented Otago and North Otago at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1925. He played seven matches for the All Blacks, scoring five tries, but did not appear in any internationals.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
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Education
Otago Boys' High School
Also known as
George Denis Wise

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People whose lives overlapped George Wise's

Frequently asked questions

Who was George Wise?

New Zealand rugby union player (1904-1971)

When was George Wise born?

George Wise was born on 12 May 1904 in Dunedin.

When did George Wise die?

George Wise died on 1 September 1971 in Dunedin.

What was George Wise's occupation?

George Wise was a rugby union player.

What nationality was George Wise?

George Wise was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Wise

· Wikidata: Q21069971

· DBpedia: George Wise (rugby union)

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