About James Orr
Lived 1871 – 1942 (aged 71). James Orr was a British association football player and association football coach.
James Orr (24 July 1871 – 2 October 1942) was a Scottish footballer who played as a full back.
Career Born in Dalry, Orr played club football for Kilmarnock, Darwen, Celtic, Kilmarnock Athletic and Galston, and made one appearance for Scotland in 1892.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Orr?
Scottish footballer (1871-1942)
When was James Orr born?
James Orr was born on 24 July 1871 in Dalry.
When did James Orr die?
James Orr died on 2 October 1942 in Kilmaurs.
What was James Orr's occupation?
James Orr was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was James Orr?
James Orr was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Orr (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Orr. https://biography.guide/james-orr-association-football-player/
MLA: "James Orr." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-orr-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "James Orr." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-orr-association-football-player/.
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