About James Maxwell
Lived 1887 – 1917 (aged 29). James Maxwell was an association football player.
Personal life Maxwell was married with two children, one of whom, his son of the same name, nicknamed 'Bud', also became a footballer. Maxwell served as a lance corporal in the Seaforth Highlanders during the First World War and died of wounds suffered during the Battle of Istabulat on 21 April 1917. He is commemorated on the Basra Memorial. His elder brother Thomas was killed in Pas-de-Calais, France in 1918.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Maxwell?
Scottish footballer (1887-1917)
When was James Maxwell born?
James Maxwell was born on 26 July 1887 in New Cumnock.
When did James Maxwell die?
James Maxwell died on 21 April 1917 in Battle of Istabulat.
What was James Maxwell's occupation?
James Maxwell was an association football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Maxwell (footballer, born 1887)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Maxwell. https://biography.guide/james-maxwell-association-football-player-1887/
MLA: "James Maxwell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-maxwell-association-football-player-1887/.
Chicago: "James Maxwell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-maxwell-association-football-player-1887/.
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