About Ian Anderson
Born 1948. Ian Anderson is an Australian australian rules football player.
Ian Gregory Anderson (born 14 October 1948) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Essendon in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Anderson, who was recruited to Essendon from Miga Lake, debuted in 1967 and finished the year with 21 goals. A forward, he kicked a career best tally of seven goals against Hawthorn in the opening round of the 1968 season. He didn't play in 1969 or 1970 due to war service in Vietnam, where he fought as a Private with the 8th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment. When he returned he spent one final season at Essendon before moving to Western Australia and representing his adopted state at the 1972 Perth Carnival.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Ian Anderson?
Australian rules footballer
When was Ian Anderson born?
Ian Anderson was born on 14 October 1948 in Horsham.
What is Ian Anderson's occupation?
Ian Anderson is an australian rules football player.
What nationality is Ian Anderson?
Ian Anderson is Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ian Anderson (Australian footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ian Anderson. https://biography.guide/ian-anderson-australian-rules-football-player/
MLA: "Ian Anderson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ian-anderson-australian-rules-football-player/.
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