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Harold Britt

1911 – 1988

Australian cricketer

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About Harold Britt

Lived 1911 – 1988 (aged 77). Harold Britt was an Australian cricketer.

Harold Britt (6 May 1911 – 20 September 1988) was an Australian cricketer. He played three first-class cricket matches for Victoria between 1935 and 1936.

Britt's father, Les was well-known district cricketer. As a junior Britt played both football and cricket, and in 1926 he achieved recognition when he took 7 for 26 for Doncaster Heights Cricket Club at the age of fifteen. He gave up football in 1933 before debuting for Collingwood Cricket Club in 1934. He was described as a hostile opening swing bowler and also a capable bat and talented point or slips fielder. In late 1935 he was mentioned as a potential state player for Victoria described as a dangerous venomous bowler, and in December he was named in the Victorian XI.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harold Britt?

Australian cricketer (1911-1988)

When was Harold Britt born?

Harold Britt was born on 6 May 1911 in Melbourne.

When did Harold Britt die?

Harold Britt died on 20 September 1988 in Melbourne.

What was Harold Britt's occupation?

Harold Britt was a cricketer.

What nationality was Harold Britt?

Harold Britt was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harold Britt

· Wikidata: Q21604143

· DBpedia: Harold Britt

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