About George Wright
Born 1919. George Wright is a British association football player.
George William Wright (10 October 1919 – 2008) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Career Goalkeeper Wright played against future club Colchester United for Plymouth Argyle's reserves side (the first visiting side to win at Layer Road) before moving to the club in 1949, where he made 195 appearances in The Football League and the Southern Football League.
He established himself in the team and was a main last line of defence at the club until 1955.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is George Wright?
English footballer, born 1919
When was George Wright born?
George Wright was born on 10 October 1919 in Plymouth.
What is George Wright's occupation?
George Wright is an association football player.
What nationality is George Wright?
George Wright is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Wright (footballer, born 1919)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Wright. https://biography.guide/george-wright-association-football-player-1919/
MLA: "George Wright." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-wright-association-football-player-1919/.
Chicago: "George Wright." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-wright-association-football-player-1919/.
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