About Harry Wilkinson
Lived 1903 – 1988 (aged 85). Harry Wilkinson was a British rugby union player.
Harry Wilkinson (22 March 1903 – 1 October 1988) was an English rugby union footballer who played in the 1920s. He played at representative level for England, and Yorkshire, and at club level for Halifax RUFC, as a flanker. He died in Hastings, New Zealand.
International honours Harry Wilkinson won caps for England while at Halifax in 1929 against Wales, Ireland, and Scotland, and in 1930 against France.
Personal life Harry Wilkinson was the son of the rugby union footballer Harry Wilkinson.
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Who was Harry Wilkinson?
English rugby union footballer (1903–1988)
When was Harry Wilkinson born?
Harry Wilkinson was born on 22 March 1903 in Halifax.
When did Harry Wilkinson die?
Harry Wilkinson died on 1 October 1988 in Hastings.
What was Harry Wilkinson's occupation?
Harry Wilkinson was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Harry Wilkinson?
Harry Wilkinson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Wilkinson (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Wilkinson. https://biography.guide/harry-wilkinson-rugby-union-player/
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