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Gerald Rush

1895 – 1988

Australian rules footballer

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About Gerald Rush

Lived 1895 – 1988 (aged 93). Gerald Rush was an australian rules football player.

Gerald Vincent Rush (16 September 1895 – 23 December 1988) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Richmond in the Victorian Football League (VFL).

Family The son of Roger Robert Rush (1856–1941), and Mary Rush (1856–1943), née Berry, Gerald Vincent Rush was born on 16 September 1895.

Siblings Four of his seven brothers also played VFL football (They are the only set of five brothers to play in the VFL/AFL): Robert Thomas "Bob" Rush (1880–1975) (1890–1983), who played with Collingwood from 1899 to 1908. William Leopold "Leo" Rush (1890–1983), who played with Melbourne in 1911, and with Richmond in 1912. Bryan Joseph Rush (1893–1982), played with Collingwood in 1913 and 1914. Kevin Patrick Rush (1901–1984), played with Richmond in 1923 and 1924.

Law He graduated Bachelor of Arts (BA) in December 1920, and Master of Arts (MA) in April 1924. He was admitted to the Bar on 1 October 1925.

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Education
Xavier College
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Gerald Vincent Rush

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gerald Rush?

Australian rules footballer (1895-1988)

When was Gerald Rush born?

Gerald Rush was born on 16 September 1895 in Essendon.

When did Gerald Rush die?

Gerald Rush died on 23 December 1988 in Clovelly.

What was Gerald Rush's occupation?

Gerald Rush was an australian rules football player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerald Rush

· Wikidata: Q19975161

· DBpedia: Gerald Rush

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