About Jackie Morton
Lived 1914 – 1986 (aged 72). Jackie Morton was a British association football player.
John Morton (26 July 1914 – 8 March 1986), better known as Jackie Morton, was an English professional footballer who played as a forward in the Football League for West Ham United.
Morton made 275 appearances and scored 57 goals for the East London club until 1939, having signed from Gainsborough Trinity for £600 in 1931. Along with Joe Cockroft, he was an ever-present for the club during the 1933–34 season.
Morton had previously played for Woodburn Council School and Woodhouse Alliance, and signed pro with Gainsborough aged 17.
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Who was Jackie Morton?
English footballer (1914-1986)
When was Jackie Morton born?
Jackie Morton was born on 26 February 1914 in Sheffield.
When did Jackie Morton die?
Jackie Morton died on 8 March 1986 in Milton Keynes.
What was Jackie Morton's occupation?
Jackie Morton was an association football player.
What nationality was Jackie Morton?
Jackie Morton was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jackie Morton. https://biography.guide/jackie-morton/
MLA: "Jackie Morton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jackie-morton/.
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