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John Allen

1921 – 1987

Irish cricketer

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Lived 1921 – 1987 (aged 66). John Allen was a British cricketer.

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Important facts

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Also known as
John Wallace Allen

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped John Allen's

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Allen?

Irish cricketer (1921-1987)

When was John Allen born?

John Allen was born on 17 February 1921 in Cullion.

When did John Allen die?

John Allen died on 10 September 1987 in Derry.

What was John Allen's occupation?

John Allen was a cricketer.

What nationality was John Allen?

John Allen was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Allen

· Wikidata: Q16011831

· DBpedia: Wallace Allen (cricketer)

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