About James Hughes
Lived 1886 – 1943 (aged 56–57). James Hughes was an Australian rugby union player.
James Charles Hughes (1886 – April 1943) was an Australian medical practitioner and rugby union player who represented Australia.
Hughes, a flanker, was born in Sydney and claimed a total of 2 international rugby caps for Australia. His brother Bryan was also an Australian rugby union representative player.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Hughes?
Australian medical practitioner and rugby union player
When was James Hughes born?
James Hughes was born in 1886 in Sydney.
When did James Hughes die?
James Hughes died in 1943.
What was James Hughes's occupation?
James Hughes was a rugby union player.
What nationality was James Hughes?
James Hughes was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Hughes (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Hughes. https://biography.guide/james-hughes-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "James Hughes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-hughes-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "James Hughes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-hughes-rugby-union-player/.
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