About Johnny Houston
Lived 1889 – 1964 (aged 75). Johnny Houston was an association football player.
Personal life Houston served in the Royal Irish Rifles before and during the First World War and held the rank of acting colour sergeant. His brother Leslie died of wounds during the war. He was later awarded a bar to his Military Medal. Houston married in 1915 and later worked at the Belfast General Post Office.
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Honours Linfield
Irish Cup: 1915–16
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Houston?
Irish footballer
When was Johnny Houston born?
Johnny Houston was born on 14 May 1889 in Ahoghill.
When did Johnny Houston die?
Johnny Houston died on 11 December 1964 in Belfast.
What was Johnny Houston's occupation?
Johnny Houston was an association football player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Houston. https://biography.guide/johnny-houston/
MLA: "Johnny Houston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/johnny-houston/.
Chicago: "Johnny Houston." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/johnny-houston/.
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