About Jack Silcock
Lived 1898 – 1966 (aged 68). Jack Silcock was a British association football player.
John Silcock (15 January 1898 – 28 June 1966) was an English footballer, who played at left-back, spending most of his career at Manchester United.
Club career As a youth, Silcock played for Aspull Juniors and Atherton, before signing for Manchester United as a trainee in 1916. He started his professional career with them in 1919. He made 423 appearances, scoring 2 goals for the club, before leaving in 1934 for Oldham Athletic, where he remained until retiring as a player. He briefly came out of retirement in 1936, to play for Droylsden.
International career Silcock won three caps for England between 1921 and 1923.
Death He died in 1966, at the age of 68.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Silcock?
English footballer (1898-1966)
When was Jack Silcock born?
Jack Silcock was born on 15 January 1898 in Wigan.
When did Jack Silcock die?
Jack Silcock died on 28 June 1966.
What was Jack Silcock's occupation?
Jack Silcock was an association football player.
What nationality was Jack Silcock?
Jack Silcock was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Silcock. https://biography.guide/jack-silcock/
MLA: "Jack Silcock." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-silcock/.
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