About Jack Barker
Lived 1917 – 1989 (aged 71). Jack Barker was an australian rules football player and firefighter.
Frederick John Brewer Barker (23 December 1917 – 29 October 1989) was an Australian rules footballer who played for Hawthorn in the VFL. Barker was a centre half back and won Hawthorn's 'Best and Fairest' award in 1942.
Off the field he worked as a fireman and once played a game despite suffering smoke inhalation the previous night.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Barker?
Australian rules footballer (1917-1989)
When was Jack Barker born?
Jack Barker was born on 23 December 1917 in Woodend.
When did Jack Barker die?
Jack Barker died on 29 October 1989 in South Melbourne.
What was Jack Barker's occupation?
Jack Barker was an australian rules football player and firefighter.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Barker (Australian rules footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Barker. https://biography.guide/jack-barker-australian-rules-football-player/
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