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James Pearce

d. 1971

American football player

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About James Pearce

James Pearce was an American american football player.

James Gibson Pearce (September 23, 1901 – August 7, 1971) was a college football player.

Early life James was the son of Marvin Pearce. Marvin played both for Alabama and Auburn. Marvin's father was the Confederate general James P. Pearce.

College football Pearce was a prominent member of Mike Donahue's 1920 Auburn Tigers football team, one of Auburn's greatest teams. The 1922 team upset defending Southern champions Centre and is also considered highly, considered best by fullback Ed Sherling. Pearce made All-Southern in 1922.

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Important facts

Nationality
Education
Auburn University

Frequently asked questions

Who was James Pearce?

American football player

When did James Pearce die?

James Pearce died on 7 August 1971.

What was James Pearce's occupation?

James Pearce was an american football player.

What nationality was James Pearce?

James Pearce was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Pearce

· Wikidata: Q18763545

· DBpedia: James Pearce (tackle)

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