About James Baker
Lived 1911 – 1974 (aged 62). James Baker was a British association football player.
James Edward Baker (3 August 1911 – 22 February 1974) was an English footballer.
Career Baker played for non-League Darlaston before signing for Second Division side Wolverhampton Wanderers in 1930. However, he never made an appearance for their first team and departed for fellow second-flight team Charlton Athletic after just one season at Molineux.
He joined Port Vale from the Londoners in June 1934. Despite being utilized as a left-back on occasion, he managed to rack up a respectable tally of 8 goals in 21 games for the Hanley based club. However, he never won a regular first-team spot and was released in April 1936, at which point he moved on to Barrow.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Baker?
English footballer, born 1911
When was James Baker born?
James Baker was born on 3 August 1911 in Wolverhampton.
When did James Baker die?
James Baker died on 22 February 1974 in Pennington.
What was James Baker's occupation?
James Baker was an association football player.
What nationality was James Baker?
James Baker was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Baker (footballer, born 1911)
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