About John Bowe
Lived 1911 – 1990 (aged 78). John Bowe was an Australian australian rules football player.
John Bowe (14 July 1911 – 12 April 1990) was an Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne in the VFL. He played on the wing in the club's 1933 Grand Final win over Richmond.
The collection of players recruited from interstate in 1932/1933 became known as South Melbourne's "Foreign Legion".
Bowe was recruited from Subiaco in the West Australian Football League (WAFL) and returned to the club after playing for South Melbourne in 1933. He won Subiaco's best and fairest award in 1934. He captained Western Australian in a state game in 1936 and was appointed as coach of South Fremantle in 1941.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Bowe?
Australian rules footballer (1911-1990)
When was John Bowe born?
John Bowe was born on 14 July 1911 in Kalgoorlie.
When did John Bowe die?
John Bowe died on 12 April 1990 in Fremantle.
What was John Bowe's occupation?
John Bowe was an australian rules football player.
What nationality was John Bowe?
John Bowe was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Bowe (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Bowe. https://biography.guide/john-bowe-australian-rules-football-player/
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