About Jimmie O'Sullivan
Lived 1883 – 1960 (aged 77). Jimmie O'Sullivan was a New Zealand rugby union player.
James Michael O'Sullivan (5 February 1883 – 21 December 1960) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A loose forward, O'Sullivan represented at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1905 to 1907. He played 29 matches for the All Blacks five of which were internationals, including the famous "Match of the Century" against Wales. He later served as president of the Taranaki Rugby Union.
O'Sullivan died in Hāwera on 21 December 1960, and was buried at Hāwera Cemetery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmie O'Sullivan?
rugby union player (1883-1960)
When was Jimmie O'Sullivan born?
Jimmie O'Sullivan was born on 5 February 1883 in Taranaki Region.
When did Jimmie O'Sullivan die?
Jimmie O'Sullivan died on 21 December 1960 in Hāwera.
What was Jimmie O'Sullivan's occupation?
Jimmie O'Sullivan was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Jimmie O'Sullivan?
Jimmie O'Sullivan was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Jimmie O'Sullivan
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmie O'Sullivan. https://biography.guide/jimmie-o-sullivan/
MLA: "Jimmie O'Sullivan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jimmie-o-sullivan/.
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