About Harry Godby
Lived 1847 – 1911 (aged 63–64). Harry Godby was a New Zealand cricketer.
Harry Eden Godby (2 July 1847 – 1911) was a New Zealand cricketer. He played two first-class matches for Otago, one in each of the 1874–75 and 1875–76 seasons.
Godby was born in England at Ramsgate in Kent in 1847, the son of a Church of England priest. He was educated at Marlborough College in Wiltshire. His brother, Michael Godby, also played cricket for Otago. Godby died in Australia in 1911.
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Who was Harry Godby?
cricketer (1847-1911)
When was Harry Godby born?
Harry Godby was born on 2 July 1847 in Ramsgate.
When did Harry Godby die?
Harry Godby died in 1911 in Newtown.
What was Harry Godby's occupation?
Harry Godby was a cricketer.
What nationality was Harry Godby?
Harry Godby was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Godby. https://biography.guide/harry-godby/
MLA: "Harry Godby." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/harry-godby/.
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