John Barrett
Professional football player from Holyoke, Massachusetts
About John Barrett
Lived 1899 – 1966 (aged 67). John Barrett was an American american football player.
John Patrick Barrett (February 25, 1899 – September 30, 1966) was a professional football player from Holyoke, Massachusetts. He played during the early years of the National Football League. A graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy, Barrett made his professional debut in the NFL in 1924 with the Akron Pros. He played for the Pros, Detroit Wolverines, Detroit Panthers and Pottsville Maroons over the course of his career.
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Who was John Barrett?
professional football player from Holyoke, Massachusetts (1899-1966)
When was John Barrett born?
John Barrett was born on 25 February 1899 in Holyoke.
When did John Barrett die?
John Barrett died on 30 September 1966 in Detroit.
What was John Barrett's occupation?
John Barrett was an american football player.
What nationality was John Barrett?
John Barrett was American.
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· DBpedia: John Barrett (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Barrett. https://biography.guide/john-barrett/
MLA: "John Barrett." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-barrett/.
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