About John French
Born 1946. John French is a British field hockey player.
John Colin French (born 26 July 1946) is a British former field hockey player who competed in the men's tournament at the 1972 Summer Olympics.
Biography French was a centre forward and represented Essex at county level.
He made his England debut on 29 March 1969 against Wales.
After retiring with 77 international caps, French continued to play hockey at masters level and helped England win the Grand Masters Hockey World Cup in Hong Kong. He was also the vice president of Old Southendians Hockey Club.
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Who is John French?
British field hockey player
When was John French born?
John French was born on 26 July 1946.
What is John French's occupation?
John French is a field hockey player.
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John French is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John French (field hockey)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John French. https://biography.guide/john-french-field-hockey-player/
MLA: "John French." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-french-field-hockey-player/.
Chicago: "John French." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-french-field-hockey-player/.
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