About John White
Lived 1877 – 1958 (aged 81). John White was a British cricketer and association football player.
John William White (1 August 1877 – 2 December 1958) was an English sportsman who played first-class cricketer for Nottinghamshire between 1902 and 1904 as well as playing football for Nottingham Forest. He was born in New Annesley; died in Mansfield.
Cricket White made three first class appearances for Nottinghamshire as a wicket-keeper between 1902 and 1904 before a single match for Scotland against the touring West Indies in 1906.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John White?
British cricketer (1877-1958)
When was John White born?
John White was born on 1 August 1877 in Annesley.
When did John White die?
John White died on 2 December 1958.
What was John White's occupation?
John White was a cricketer and association football player.
What nationality was John White?
John White was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John White (sportsman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John White. https://biography.guide/john-white-cricketer-1877/
MLA: "John White." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-white-cricketer-1877/.
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