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Harry Briggs

1923 – 2005

English footballer

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About Harry Briggs

Lived 1923 – 2005 (aged 81–82). Harry Briggs was a British association football player.

George H. "Harry" Briggs (27 February 1923 – 2005) was a professional footballer who played as a centre half. He was born in Easington. He began his career in local football with Shotton Colliery's team and in November 1947

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
2005, Peterlee
Also known as
George H Briggs, George Harry Briggs, George Briggs

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Harry Briggs's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Harry Briggs?

English footballer (1923-2005)

When was Harry Briggs born?

Harry Briggs was born on 27 February 1923 in Easington.

When did Harry Briggs die?

Harry Briggs died in 2005 in Peterlee.

What was Harry Briggs's occupation?

Harry Briggs was an association football player.

What nationality was Harry Briggs?

Harry Briggs was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harry Briggs

· Wikidata: Q18748690

· DBpedia: Harry Briggs (footballer, born 1923)

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