About Jack Butcher
Lived 1914 – 1978 (aged 63). Jack Butcher was an australian rules football player.
Edward Jack Butcher (28 October 1914 – 26 February 1978) was a player for Geelong and South Melbourne in the VFL between 1938 and 1945. He was a left-footer who could play in many different positions, but played his best football at half-back.
Butcher played several seasons for Geelong and, when Geelong were forced into recess due to World War II, he crossed to South Melbourne. After Geelong rejoined the league, Butcher returned and captained the club in 1944 and 1945. He retired during the 1945 season.
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Who was Jack Butcher?
Australian rules footballer
When was Jack Butcher born?
Jack Butcher was born on 28 October 1914.
When did Jack Butcher die?
Jack Butcher died on 26 February 1978 in Belmont.
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Jack Butcher was an australian rules football player.
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