About Jimmy Frew
Lived 1892 – 1967 (aged 74). Jimmy Frew was a British association football player and association football coach.
James Harty Frew (21 May 1892 – 27 April 1967) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a left back.
Career Born in Kinghorn, Frew played for Kilsyth Emmet, Alloa Athletic, Newcastle City, Hearts, Leeds United and Bradford City.
While at Hearts, he made one appearance for Scotland in an unofficial wartime international in 1916 along with club teammate Willie Wilson. By that time both men had enlisted in 'McCrae's Battalion' of the Royal Scots, and Frew also served in the Royal Garrison Artillery during the conflict.
For Leeds United he made 96 appearances in the Football League, plus three in the FA Cup.
For Bradford City he made 48 appearances in the Football League.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmy Frew?
Scottish footballer (1892-1967)
When was Jimmy Frew born?
Jimmy Frew was born on 21 May 1892 in Kinghorn.
When did Jimmy Frew die?
Jimmy Frew died on 27 April 1967 in Leeds.
What was Jimmy Frew's occupation?
Jimmy Frew was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Jimmy Frew?
Jimmy Frew was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jimmy Frew (footballer, born 1892)
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