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Harry Costello

1891 – 1968

American football coach

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About Harry Costello

Lived 1891 – 1968 (aged 76). Harry Costello was an American american football player.

Harry Joseph Costello (November 9, 1891 – August 24, 1968) was an American college football player and coach who later served as an officer in the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War.

Early years The son of Patrick Costello, he was born in 1891.

Georgetown University He was an alumnus of Georgetown University, where he has been described as a "legendary quarterback."

1913 He was captain in his final season of 1913.

Coaching career

Costello was the head football at the College of Detroit for the 1915 and 1916 seasons. His coaching record at Detroit was 4–7–2.

Soldier in Russia Costello joined the United States Army and trained at Fort Sheridan. Elements of the 85th Infantry Division, including Costellos formation, went to Russia as part of the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War, where they were stationed in Arkhangelsk.

Later life In 1957, he was living in Waterford, Virginia. He died in Washington, D.C., in 1968.

Head coaching record

Publications Harry J. Costello:Why Did We Go to Russia?, University of Michigan Library , Detroit, 1920

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University of Detroit Mercy
Also known as
Harry Joseph Costello

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harry Costello?

American football coach (1891-1968)

When was Harry Costello born?

Harry Costello was born on 9 November 1891 in Meriden.

When did Harry Costello die?

Harry Costello died on 24 August 1968 in Washington, D.C..

What was Harry Costello's occupation?

Harry Costello was an american football player.

What nationality was Harry Costello?

Harry Costello was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harry Costello

· Wikidata: Q5668077

· DBpedia: Harry Costello

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