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Harold Abbott

1882 – 1971

New Zealand rugby union player

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Lived 1882 – 1971 (aged 88). Harold Abbott was a New Zealand rugby union player and farrier.

All Blacks rugby union team:Top Row — J. Corbett, W. Johnstone, W. Cunningham, P. Newton, G. Nicholson, C. Seeling, J. O'Sullivan, A. McDonald, D. McGregor, J. Duncan (coach). Middle Row — E .J. Harper, W. J. Wallace, J. W. Stead (vice-captain), G. W. Dixon (manager), D. Gallaher (captain), J. Hunter, G. Gillett, F. Glasgow, W. Mackrell. Bottom Row — S. Casey, H. L .Abbott, G. W. Smith, F. Roberts, H. D. Thompson, H. J. Mynott, E. E. Booth, G. A. Tyler, R. G. Deans. Harold "Bunny" Louis Abbott (17 June 1882 – 16 January 1971) was a New Zealand rugby union footballer. A wing three-quarter, Abbott represented and at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1905 to 1906. He was a member of the legendary 1905 Original All Blacks, and played 11 matches for the team, scoring 47 points. He won his sole Test cap for New Zealand on 1 January 1906 against France. He also made one appearance as a guest player for British Columbia against the All Blacks, when the former team were short of players.

He was the uncle of New Zealand rugby league international Edwin Abbott.

Abbott died in Palmerston North in 1971 and was buried in Kelvin Grove Cemetery.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harold Abbott?

New Zealand rugby union player

When was Harold Abbott born?

Harold Abbott was born on 17 June 1882 in Waikato Region.

When did Harold Abbott die?

Harold Abbott died on 16 January 1971 in Palmerston North.

What was Harold Abbott's occupation?

Harold Abbott was a rugby union player and farrier.

What nationality was Harold Abbott?

Harold Abbott was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harold Abbott

· Wikidata: Q2928238

· DBpedia: Harold Abbott (rugby union)

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