About Gwyn Francis
Lived 1896 – 1987 (aged 91). Gwyn Francis was a British rugby union player.
David Gwyn Francis (2 February 1896 – 7 May 1987) was a Welsh international rugby union player, who played for the Welsh national side twice (in 1919 and 1924).
Life Francis was educated at Jesus College, Oxford, where he was part of the college rugby team that won the University of Oxford inter-collegiate cup in 1920. Francis also played for the University rugby team, winning his "Blue" in 1919. He won his first cap for Wales in 1919, playing at lock in a friendly against a New Zealand Services XV. In 1921 he took charge of Rugby at Reading School, and in 1924 captained London Welsh RFC and Surrey RFC.
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Who was Gwyn Francis?
Welsh rugby union player (1896-1987)
When was Gwyn Francis born?
Gwyn Francis was born on 2 February 1896 in Gorseinon.
When did Gwyn Francis die?
Gwyn Francis died on 7 May 1987 in Reading.
What was Gwyn Francis's occupation?
Gwyn Francis was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Gwyn Francis?
Gwyn Francis was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gwyn Francis. https://biography.guide/gwyn-francis/
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