About Jimmy Gunning
Lived 1929 – 1993 (aged 64). Jimmy Gunning was a British association football player.
James Michael Gunning (25 June 1929 – 27 August 1993) was a Scottish professional football winger. He played in the Scottish Football League for Hibernian and in the English Football League for Manchester City and Barrow.
Born in Helensburgh, Gunning was a junior with Wolverhampton Wanderers, but was unable to settle and returned to Scotland in 1946, signing for Hibernian as an amateur. He then joined the Royal Air Force; a posting in the Highlands allowed Gunning to play Highland League football for Forres Mechanics. before moving on to Nelson F.C then finished his career with Radcliffe Borough in the 1958-59 Manchester League season.
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Who was Jimmy Gunning?
Scottish footballer (1929-1993)
When was Jimmy Gunning born?
Jimmy Gunning was born on 25 June 1929 in Helensburgh.
When did Jimmy Gunning die?
Jimmy Gunning died on 27 August 1993 in Dublin.
What was Jimmy Gunning's occupation?
Jimmy Gunning was an association football player.
What nationality was Jimmy Gunning?
Jimmy Gunning was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Gunning. https://biography.guide/jimmy-gunning/
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