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John E. Davis

1891 – 1961

College football player

American football player Architect
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About John E. Davis

Lived 1891 – 1961 (aged 69). John E. Davis was an American american football player and architect.

John Eayres Davis (August 4, 1891 – January 2, 1961) was a college football player and a notable architect in Birmingham, Alabama.

Auburn University Davis was a prominent fullback for the Auburn Tigers of Auburn University from 1907 to 1911. In 1915, John Heisman selected him for his list of the 30 greatest Southern football players.

1910 Davis was captain in 1910. Auburn was co-champion of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association (SIAA).

1911 He was selected All-Southern in 1911.

Architect Davis was an architect of the firm of Warren, Knight & Davis in Birmingham. He had previously worked in Detroit.

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Important facts

Born
4 August 1891, Oak Grove
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 January 1961, Birmingham
Occupation
American football player, Architect
Nationality
United States
Education
Auburn University
Also known as
John Eayres Davis

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John E. Davis?

College football player (1891-1961)

When was John E. Davis born?

John E. Davis was born on 4 August 1891 in Oak Grove.

When did John E. Davis die?

John E. Davis died on 2 January 1961 in Birmingham.

What was John E. Davis's occupation?

John E. Davis was an american football player and architect.

What nationality was John E. Davis?

John E. Davis was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John E. Davis

· Wikidata: Q19577019

· DBpedia: John E. Davis (architect)

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