About John Barton
John Barton was a British rugby league player.
John Barton ( β 1994) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1950s and 1960s. He played at representative level for Great Britain, and at club level for Leigh, and Wigan, as a .
Challenge Cup Final appearances John Barton played at and scored a try in Wigan's 13β9 victory over Workington Town in the 1958 Challenge Cup Final during the 1957β58 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 10 May 1958, in front of a crowd of 66,109, and played at in the 30-13 victory over Hull F.C. in the 1959 Challenge Cup Final during the 1958β59 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 9 May 1959, in front of a crowd of 79,811.
County League appearances John Barton played in Wigan's victories in the Lancashire League during the 1958β59 season and 1961β62 season.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was John Barton?
English rugby league footballer
When was John Barton born?
John Barton was born in Wigan.
When did John Barton die?
John Barton died in 1994.
What was John Barton's occupation?
John Barton was a rugby league player.
What nationality was John Barton?
John Barton was British.
Sources & further reading
Β· DBpedia: John Barton (rugby league)
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