About John Craven
Lived 1947 – 1996 (aged 49). John Craven was a British association football player.
John Roland Craven (15 May 1947 – 14 December 1996) was an English professional footballer. He began his playing career as a defender, but also played as a centre-forward on occasion. He also played in the United States and captained the Vancouver Whitecaps, including in their Soccer Bowl '79 winning year. The side were inducted into the Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame and Museum as a Team of Distinction in 2011.
Death Craven died of a heart attack while in Orange, California, in December 1996.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Craven?
English football player (1947-1996)
When was John Craven born?
John Craven was born on 15 May 1947 in Lytham St Annes.
When did John Craven die?
John Craven died on 14 December 1996 in United States.
What was John Craven's occupation?
John Craven was an association football player.
What nationality was John Craven?
John Craven was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Craven (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Craven. https://biography.guide/john-craven/
MLA: "John Craven." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-craven/.
Chicago: "John Craven." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-craven/.
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