About Jimmie Johnston
Lived 1925 – 2003 (aged 77). Jimmie Johnston was a rugby union player.
James Johnston (17 September 1925 – 7 January 2003) was a Scotland international rugby union footballer. Johnston played as a Lock.
Rugby career
Amateur career Johnston played for Melrose.
Provincial career Johnston led a South team to play against South Africa in 1951–52.
He played in the first Scottish Inter-District Championship in season 1953–54.
International career He was capped for 5 times between 1951 and 1952, with 4 caps in Five Nations matches.
Business He founded Baxter Johnson Oils.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmie Johnston?
Scottish rugby union footballer (1925-2003)
When was Jimmie Johnston born?
Jimmie Johnston was born on 17 September 1925 in St Boswells.
When did Jimmie Johnston die?
Jimmie Johnston died on 7 January 2003 in Melrose.
What was Jimmie Johnston's occupation?
Jimmie Johnston was a rugby union player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmie Johnston. https://biography.guide/jimmie-johnston/
MLA: "Jimmie Johnston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jimmie-johnston/.
Chicago: "Jimmie Johnston." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jimmie-johnston/.
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