About John Corbett
Lived 1880 – 1945 (aged 64–65). John Corbett was a New Zealand rugby union player.
John Corbett (1 January 1880 – 11 April 1945) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A forward, Corbett represented West Coast and Buller at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side the All Blacks in 1905, selected from the West Coast.
He played 16 games for the All Blacks but did not appear in any test matches.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Corbett?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was John Corbett born?
John Corbett was born in 1880 in New Zealand.
When did John Corbett die?
John Corbett died on 11 April 1945 in Ratapiko.
What was John Corbett's occupation?
John Corbett was a rugby union player.
What nationality was John Corbett?
John Corbett was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Corbett (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Corbett. https://biography.guide/john-corbett-rugby-union-player/
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