About Joe Wilson
Lived 1908 – 1979 (aged 70). Joe Wilson was an Australian rugby league player.
Colin George Wilson (28 November 1908 – 25 August 1979)
An Ipswich–based player, Wilson was on a wing for Australia in all three home internationals against the 1932 Great Britain Lions. In the second Test match, known as the "Battle of Brisbane", Wilson scored a first half try to help secure Australia's only victory of the series. The remainder of his career was spent in England. He started out with Wigan, where he married a local, and later competed for Bradford Northern.
Wilson was employed as a wool sorter while overseas and during the war worked in munitions. He returned to Australia after the war and settled in Sadliers Crossing.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joe Wilson?
rugby league footballer
When was Joe Wilson born?
Joe Wilson was born on 28 November 1908.
When did Joe Wilson die?
Joe Wilson died on 25 August 1979.
What was Joe Wilson's occupation?
Joe Wilson was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Joe Wilson?
Joe Wilson was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Wilson (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Wilson. https://biography.guide/joe-wilson-rugby-league-player/
MLA: "Joe Wilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-wilson-rugby-league-player/.
Chicago: "Joe Wilson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-wilson-rugby-league-player/.
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