About Herbert Buckler
Lived 1878 – 1957 (aged 79). Herbert Buckler was a rugby league player.
Herbert Buckler (3 January 1878 – 23 January 1957 ) was a Welsh professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s. He played at representative level for Other Nationalities, and at club level for Salford, as a forward.
Background Herbert Buckler's birth was registered in Pontypool district, Wales, and his death aged 79 was registered in Cardiff district, Wales.
International honours Herbert Buckler won a cap playing as a forward, i.e. number 12 for Other Nationalities in the 9–3 victory over England at Central Park, Wigan on Tuesday 5 April 1904, in the first ever international rugby league match.
Personal life Herbert Buckler was the older brother of the rugby league footballer; Arthur Buckler.
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Who was Herbert Buckler?
Welsh rugby league footballer
When was Herbert Buckler born?
Herbert Buckler was born on 3 January 1878 in Pontypool.
When did Herbert Buckler die?
Herbert Buckler died on 23 January 1957 in Cardiff.
What was Herbert Buckler's occupation?
Herbert Buckler was a rugby league player.
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