About John Thain
Lived 1903 – 1977 (aged 73–74). John Thain was a British association football player.
John William Thain (3 February 1903 – December 1977) was an English professional footballer who played as an outside right in the Football League for Brentford, Grimsby Town and Newcastle United.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Thain?
English footballer (1903-1977)
When was John Thain born?
John Thain was born on 3 February 1903 in Pelaw.
When did John Thain die?
John Thain died in 1977 in Peterborough.
What was John Thain's occupation?
John Thain was an association football player.
What nationality was John Thain?
John Thain was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Thain (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Thain. https://biography.guide/john-thain/
MLA: "John Thain." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-thain/.
Chicago: "John Thain." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-thain/.
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