About John Cairns
Lived 1902 – 1965 (aged 62–63). John Cairns was a British association football player.
John Cairns (14 November 1902 – June 1965) was a Scottish professional football forward who played in the Football League for Charlton Athletic, Rochdale and Brentford.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Cairns?
Scottish footballer (1902-1965)
When was John Cairns born?
John Cairns was born on 14 November 1902 in Glasgow.
When did John Cairns die?
John Cairns died in 1965 in Woolwich.
What was John Cairns's occupation?
John Cairns was an association football player.
What nationality was John Cairns?
John Cairns was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Cairns (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Cairns. https://biography.guide/john-cairns-association-football-player/
MLA: "John Cairns." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-cairns-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "John Cairns." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-cairns-association-football-player/.
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