About Jack French
Lived 1903 – 1952 (aged 48–49). Jack French was a British association football player.
John Proctor French (1903–1952) was an English professional footballer who made over 170 appearances as a right back in the Football League for Southend United. He later captained the Brentford reserve team to a London Combination title.
Personal life French's grandson, Trevor Hoffman, is a former professional baseball relief pitcher who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2018.
Career statistics
Honours Brentford Reserves London Combination: 1932–33
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack French?
Footballer (1903-1952)
When was Jack French born?
Jack French was born in 1903 in Stockton-on-Tees.
When did Jack French die?
Jack French died in 1952.
What was Jack French's occupation?
Jack French was an association football player.
What nationality was Jack French?
Jack French was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack French (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack French. https://biography.guide/jack-french/
MLA: "Jack French." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-french/.
Chicago: "Jack French." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jack-french/.
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