About John Fleming
Lived 1890 – 1916 (aged 25–26). John Fleming was a British association football player.
John Barr Murray Fleming (27 December 1889 – 21 March 1916) was a Scottish professional footballer who played in the Scottish League for St Bernard's and Rangers as a right half and forward. He also played in the Football League for Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United.
Personal life Fleming's brothers Adam and William were both footballers. He served as a lance corporal in the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders during the First World War and died of pneumonia at Richmond Camp on 21 March 1916.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Fleming?
Scottish footballer (1890-1916)
When was John Fleming born?
John Fleming was born in 1890 in Slamannan.
When did John Fleming die?
John Fleming died on 21 March 1916 in Richmond.
What was John Fleming's occupation?
John Fleming was an association football player.
What nationality was John Fleming?
John Fleming was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Fleming (footballer, born 1889)
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