About James Archer
Lived 1900 – 1979 (aged 79). James Archer was a New Zealand rugby union player.
James Albert Archer (31 May 1900 – 15 July 1979) was a New Zealand rugby union player. He was educated at Waimahaka School. A wing forward, Archer represented Southland at a provincial level, and was selected in 1925 for the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, for their tour of New South Wales. He played two matches for the All Blacks: a warm-up game against Wellington; and then the tour opener against New South Wales, where he suffered a serious knee injury that affected the rest of his rugby career. Archer did not appear in any internationals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Archer?
New Zealand rugby union player (1900-1979)
When was James Archer born?
James Archer was born on 31 May 1900 in Invercargill.
When did James Archer die?
James Archer died on 15 July 1979 in Oamaru.
What was James Archer's occupation?
James Archer was a rugby union player.
What nationality was James Archer?
James Archer was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Archer (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Archer. https://biography.guide/james-archer-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "James Archer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-archer-rugby-union-player/.
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