About Harry Wilson
Lived 1885 – 1972 (aged 87). Harry Wilson was an australian rules football player.
Harry Wilson (16 July 1885 – 25 July 1972) was an Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Wilson came to South Melbourne from West Melbourne at the start of the 1907 season. He was injured at start of season but made his debut against Fitzroy in Round 7. He was a back pocket defender for South Melbourne in their 1907 VFL Grand Final loss to Carlton.
He was dropped after two rounds in 1908 and obtained a permit to move to Prahran in June 1908 where he played for the next few years.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Wilson?
Australian footballer (1885-1972)
When was Harry Wilson born?
Harry Wilson was born on 16 July 1885.
When did Harry Wilson die?
Harry Wilson died on 25 July 1972.
What was Harry Wilson's occupation?
Harry Wilson was an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Wilson (Australian footballer)
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