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John Grimwood

1898 – 1977

English footballer

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Lived 1898 – 1977 (aged 79). John Grimwood was a British association football player.

John Barton Grimwood (25 October 1898 – 1977) was an English footballer who played as a half-back. He joined Manchester United in May 1919, and made his debut for the club in the first Manchester derby on 11 October 1919, as a replacement for Lal Hilditch, who was away on international duty. Able to play in all three half-back positions, he was a utility player for the club. He helped United gain promotion to the First Division in the 1924-25 season. However, he suffered a knee injury for most of the next season, and needed to undergo an operation. In 1925-26, he played at centre-half regularly, sharing the position with Frank Barson. After scoring eight goals in 205 appearances for United, he left the club for Aldershot Town in June 1927. He later joined Blackpool and Altrincham.

Personal life Grimwood was born in Marsden, South Shields. Following retirement, he ran an ice cream shop in Davyhulme.

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Who was John Grimwood?

English footballer (1898-1977)

When was John Grimwood born?

John Grimwood was born on 25 October 1898 in Marsden.

When did John Grimwood die?

John Grimwood died on 26 December 1977 in Childswickham.

What was John Grimwood's occupation?

John Grimwood was an association football player.

What nationality was John Grimwood?

John Grimwood was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Grimwood

· Wikidata: Q3436465

· DBpedia: John Grimwood

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