About Henry Yager
Lived 1874 – 1915 (aged 40). Henry Yager was an australian rules football player.
Henry Yager (28 November 1874 – 15 February 1915) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Fitzroy in the Victorian Football League.
Born in Fitzroy North to John G. Yager, who would later serve as Mayor of Fitzroy from 1892-93. Yager had a brother, Phillip, This was to be Yager's only VFL game.
Following the outbreak of war in 1899, Yager enlisted in the 5th Victorian Mounted Rifles (as "Harry Yager"). In recognition of his service, Yager was awarded the Queen's South Africa Medal with three campaign clasps.
Yager was also a member of the Cumberland Cricket Club and worked at the local Hoffman Brickworks, where he was active in the Pottery and Tile Association.
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Who was Henry Yager?
Australian rules footballer (1874–1915)
When was Henry Yager born?
Henry Yager was born on 28 November 1874 in Fitzroy North.
When did Henry Yager die?
Henry Yager died on 15 February 1915 in Melbourne.
What was Henry Yager's occupation?
Henry Yager was an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Henry Yager (footballer)
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