About John Harrison
Lived 1927 – 2015 (aged 88). John Harrison was a British association football player.
John Walter Harrison (27 September 1927 – 11 December 2015), was an English professional footballer.
Career Harrison played as a full back in The Football League for Colchester United and for Aston Villa, although he made no appearances there. Harrison retired from the game in 1956 through injury.
Death Harrison died on 11 December 2015 in Colchester and left behind his wife, 3 children and 6 grandchildren, including grandson Callum Harrison who plays for Colchester United F.C. and Needham Market F.C.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Harrison?
English footballer, born 1927
When was John Harrison born?
John Harrison was born on 27 September 1927 in Leicester.
When did John Harrison die?
John Harrison died on 11 December 2015 in Colchester.
What was John Harrison's occupation?
John Harrison was an association football player.
What nationality was John Harrison?
John Harrison was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Harrison (footballer, born 1927)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Harrison. https://biography.guide/john-harrison-association-football-player-1927/
MLA: "John Harrison." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-harrison-association-football-player-1927/.
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