About Harry Wilkinson
Lived 1864 – 1942 (aged 77–78). Harry Wilkinson was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.
Harry James Wilkinson (second ¼ 1864 – 7 June 1942 ) was an English rugby union footballer who played in the 1880s. He played at representative level for England, and Yorkshire, and at club level for Halifax, as a forward, e.g. front row, lock, or back row. Prior to Tuesday 27 August 1895, Halifax was a rugby union club.
Background Harry Wilkinson was born in Halifax, West Riding of Yorkshire, and he died aged 78 in Halifax, West Riding of Yorkshire.
Personal life Harry Wilkinson was the father of the rugby union footballer Harry Wilkinson.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Wilkinson?
English rugby union player
When was Harry Wilkinson born?
Harry Wilkinson was born in 1864 in Halifax.
When did Harry Wilkinson die?
Harry Wilkinson died on 7 June 1942 in Halifax.
What was Harry Wilkinson's occupation?
Harry Wilkinson was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Harry Wilkinson?
Harry Wilkinson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Wilkinson (rugby)
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