About John Gilchrist
Lived 1939 – 1991 (aged 51). John Gilchrist was a British association football player.
John Skidmore Gilchrist (5 September 1939 – 13 August 1991) was a Scottish footballer who played as a right back in the Football League.
Career Born in Wishaw, Scotland, Gilchrist played for Millwall between 1960 and 1969 making just under 300 appearances. He also played for Fulham and Colchester United in the Football League.
His younger brother Enoch was also a footballer.
Honours Club Millwall Football League Fourth Division: 1961–62
Colchester United Watney Cup: 1971
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Gilchrist?
Scottish footballer (1939-1991)
When was John Gilchrist born?
John Gilchrist was born on 5 September 1939 in Wishaw.
When did John Gilchrist die?
John Gilchrist died on 1 August 1991 in Westminster.
What was John Gilchrist's occupation?
John Gilchrist was an association football player.
What nationality was John Gilchrist?
John Gilchrist was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Gilchrist (footballer, born 1939)
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