Idwal Davies
Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer
About Idwal Davies
Lived 1915 – 1990 (aged 74). Idwal Davies was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.
David Idwal Davies (10 November 1915 – 7 July 1990) was a Welsh dual-code international rugby union, and professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s and 1940s. He played representative level rugby union (RU) for Wales, and at club level for Swansea RFC, as a centre,
Background Davies was born in Llanelli district, Wales, he was a Sergeant in the Royal Air Force during World War II, and he died aged 74 in Llanelli, Wales.
Playing career International honours Idwal Davies won a cap for Wales (RU) while at Swansea RFC in the 0–3 defeat by England at Twickenham Stadium, London on Saturday 21 January 1939, and won a cap for Wales (RL) while at Leeds in the 8–18 defeat by England at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 10 March 1945.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Idwal Davies?
Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer (1915-1990)
When was Idwal Davies born?
Idwal Davies was born on 10 November 1915 in Llanelli.
When did Idwal Davies die?
Idwal Davies died on 7 July 1990 in Llanelli.
What was Idwal Davies's occupation?
Idwal Davies was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Idwal Davies?
Idwal Davies was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Idwal Davies (rugby)
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