About Joe North
Lived 1895 – 1955 (aged 59). Joe North was a British association football player, cricketer and cricket umpire.
Ernest Joseph North MM (23 September 1895 – 24 August 1955) was an English professional footballer. North, who played as a centre forward, played for Sheffield United, Arsenal, Reading, Gillingham, Norwich City, Watford and Northfleet United. He was also a professional cricketer for Middlesex. North won the Military Medal during the conflict. During this time he also featured as a guest player for Sheffield United.
He later played for Watford, Norwich City and Gillingham. After retiring, he was briefly a coach at Northfleet United. He also played cricket for Middlesex and later became an umpire in the Minor Counties Championship.
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Who was Joe North?
English footballer (1895-1955)
When was Joe North born?
Joe North was born on 23 September 1895 in Burton upon Trent.
When did Joe North die?
Joe North died on 24 August 1955 in Havant.
What was Joe North's occupation?
Joe North was an association football player, cricketer and cricket umpire.
What nationality was Joe North?
Joe North was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe North. https://biography.guide/joe-north/
MLA: "Joe North." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-north/.
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