About John Burt
Lived 1877 – 1935 (aged 58). John Burt was a British field hockey player.
John Burt (15 April 1877 – 29 April 1935) was a field hockey player from Scotland. He competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics as a member of the Scottish team, for the United Kingdom, which won the bronze medal. His brother, Alexander, also was a member of the Scottish team.
Biography Burt was born in Glasgow to a farming family and played club hockey for Rutherglen Hockey Club.
Burt was a goalkeeper and captained his country.
After retiring from playing Burt was later become president of the Scottish Hockey Union.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Burt?
Scottish field hockey player (1877–1935)
When was John Burt born?
John Burt was born on 15 April 1877 in Glasgow.
When did John Burt die?
John Burt died on 29 April 1935 in Rutherglen.
What was John Burt's occupation?
John Burt was a field hockey player.
What nationality was John Burt?
John Burt was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Burt (field hockey)
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