About Jimmy Dickinson
Lived 1899 – 1971 (aged 71–72). Jimmy Dickinson was a British association football player.
James Dickinson (11 November 1899 – 1971) was an English professional footballer who played in the Football League for Plymouth Argyle and Norwich City. He played as a wing half.
Dickinson was born in Crawshawbooth, Lancashire. He played his last game for Argyle in November 1924, and then returned to Lancashire, where he joined Wigan Borough, though without appearing in their Football League side, and then non-League club Rossendale United. He finished his Football League career with 16 games for Norwich City in the 1926–27 season. Dickinson died in 1971.
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Who was Jimmy Dickinson?
British footballer (1899-1971)
When was Jimmy Dickinson born?
Jimmy Dickinson was born on 11 November 1899 in Crawshawbooth.
When did Jimmy Dickinson die?
Jimmy Dickinson died in 1971.
What was Jimmy Dickinson's occupation?
Jimmy Dickinson was an association football player.
What nationality was Jimmy Dickinson?
Jimmy Dickinson was British.
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· DBpedia: Jimmy Dickinson (footballer, born 1899)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Dickinson. https://biography.guide/jimmy-dickinson-association-football-player/
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