About John Simson
Lived 1884 – 1976 (aged 91). John Simson was a British rugby union player.
John Simson (10 October 1884 – 30 March 1976) was a Scotland international rugby union player. He played at the Wing position.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career
Simson played for Edinburgh University. He later moved to Watsonians.
Provincial career
He was capped by Edinburgh District in 1906.
International career
Simson was capped by Scotland for 7 matches.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Simson?
rugby union player (1884–1976)
When was John Simson born?
John Simson was born on 21 October 1884 in Edinburgh.
When did John Simson die?
John Simson died on 30 March 1976.
What was John Simson's occupation?
John Simson was a rugby union player.
What nationality was John Simson?
John Simson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Simson (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Simson. https://biography.guide/john-simson/
MLA: "John Simson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-simson/.
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