About Harry Bruce
Lived 1895 – 1977 (aged 82). Harry Bruce was an Australian australian rules football player.
William Henry Bruce (12 July 1895 – 7 December 1977) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
After leaving the VFL, Bruce captained the Caulfield Football Club in the Federal District Football League (FDFL) for the 1933 season.
Prior to playing VFL football, Bruce served in World War I, being awarded the Military Medal in 1918 "for gallantry in the field when he established a communications station under fire".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Bruce?
Australian rules footballer (1895-1977)
When was Harry Bruce born?
Harry Bruce was born on 12 July 1895 in Murrumbeena.
When did Harry Bruce die?
Harry Bruce died on 7 December 1977 in Malvern East.
What was Harry Bruce's occupation?
Harry Bruce was an australian rules football player.
What nationality was Harry Bruce?
Harry Bruce was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Bruce (Australian footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Bruce. https://biography.guide/harry-bruce-australian-rules-football-player/
MLA: "Harry Bruce." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/harry-bruce-australian-rules-football-player/.
Chicago: "Harry Bruce." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/harry-bruce-australian-rules-football-player/.
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