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John Selwyn Moll

1913 – 1942

English banker, British Army officer and rugby union player

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Lived 1913 – 1942 (aged 28–29). John Selwyn Moll was a British military personnel, rugby union player and banker.

John Selwyn Moll (1913 – 24 July 1942) was an English banker, British Army officer, and rugby union player born in Greenwich, London. He worked as a banker for Lloyds Bank and, played club rugby for Lloyds Bank RFC and Blackheath, and played for the British Lions on their 1936 tour to Argentina as a centre. he was called up to play for the British Lions on their tour of Argentina. Upon returning, in 1938, he played rugby for Blackheath in Kent and played County Championship rugby representing Kent. He also played for the Barbarians in 1939. During the Second World War, he played rugby sevens for Rossyln Park.

Military career Moll was a member of the Army Cadet Force whilst at Bedford School, and upon leaving, he joined the Northumberland Hussars regiment of the Territorial Army. When the Second World War started in 1939, Moll signed up for the Royal Engineers. Later, he was commissioned as a captain in the Regiment. He was listed on the regiment's Roll of Honour. He was buried at Christ Church, Shamley Green, in Surrey. A memorial plaque dedicated to Moll was also installed inside the church.

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Born
1913
Birth century
Died
1942
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Also known as
J. S. Moll

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Who was John Selwyn Moll?

English banker, British Army officer and rugby union player

When was John Selwyn Moll born?

John Selwyn Moll was born in 1913.

When did John Selwyn Moll die?

John Selwyn Moll died in 1942.

What was John Selwyn Moll's occupation?

John Selwyn Moll was a military personnel, rugby union player and banker.

What nationality was John Selwyn Moll?

John Selwyn Moll was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Selwyn Moll

· Wikidata: Q107504076

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