About Jimmy Hanlon
Lived 1917 – 2002 (aged 84). Jimmy Hanlon was a British association football player.
John James Hanlon (12 October 1917 – 12 January 2002) was an English footballer who played as a forward. He was signed as a trainee for Manchester United in 1934 and became a professional one year later. In 1948, he was transferred to Bury. In 63 matches for Manchester United, he scored 20 goals.
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Who was Jimmy Hanlon?
English footballer (1917-2002)
When was Jimmy Hanlon born?
Jimmy Hanlon was born on 12 October 1917 in Stretford.
When did Jimmy Hanlon die?
Jimmy Hanlon died on 12 January 2002 in Manchester.
What was Jimmy Hanlon's occupation?
Jimmy Hanlon was an association football player.
What nationality was Jimmy Hanlon?
Jimmy Hanlon was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Hanlon. https://biography.guide/jimmy-hanlon/
MLA: "Jimmy Hanlon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jimmy-hanlon/.
Chicago: "Jimmy Hanlon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jimmy-hanlon/.
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