About Joseph Bell
Lived 1899 – 1963 (aged 63). Joseph Bell was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Joseph Raymond "Wampy" Bell (15 September 1899 – 7 May 1963) was a New Zealand rugby union player. Primary a five eighth, Bell represented at a provincial level. He played one match for the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, against New South Wales at Christchurch in 1923. Of Ngāi Tahu descent, Bell played 56 games for New Zealand Māori between 1922 and 1931, and captained Southland.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseph Bell?
New Zealand rugby union player (1899-1963)
When was Joseph Bell born?
Joseph Bell was born on 15 September 1899 in Invercargill.
When did Joseph Bell die?
Joseph Bell died on 7 May 1963 in Invercargill.
What was Joseph Bell's occupation?
Joseph Bell was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Joseph Bell?
Joseph Bell was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joseph Bell (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseph Bell. https://biography.guide/joseph-bell-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Joseph Bell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joseph-bell-rugby-union-player/.
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