About Jim Johnston
Lived 1917 – 1973 (aged 56). Jim Johnston was an American american football player.
James Everett Johnston (April 16, 1917 – November 17, 1973) was an American professional football player who played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins and the Chicago Cardinals. Born in Parma, Idaho, he played high school football at Caldwell and college football at the University of Washington in Seattle. Johnston was selected in the tenth round of the 1939 NFL draft by the Redskins with the 88th overall pick.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Johnston?
American football player (1917-1973)
When was Jim Johnston born?
Jim Johnston was born on 16 April 1917 in Parma.
When did Jim Johnston die?
Jim Johnston died on 27 November 1973 in Caldwell.
What was Jim Johnston's occupation?
Jim Johnston was an american football player.
What nationality was Jim Johnston?
Jim Johnston was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jimmy Johnston (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Johnston. https://biography.guide/jim-johnston-american-football-player/
MLA: "Jim Johnston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-johnston-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Johnston." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-johnston-american-football-player/.
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