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Ken Onley

1914 – 1981

Australian rules footballer

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About Ken Onley

Lived 1914 – 1981 (aged 66). Ken Onley was an australian rules football player.

Kenneth Onley (14 December 1914 – 23 August 1981) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Hawthorn in the Victorian Football League (VFL).

Onley later served in the Australian Army during World War II, being Mentioned in Despatches in 1945 for distinguished service in the South-West Pacific.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ken Onley?

Australian rules footballer

When was Ken Onley born?

Ken Onley was born on 14 December 1914 in Gapsted.

When did Ken Onley die?

Ken Onley died on 23 August 1981 in Prahran.

What was Ken Onley's occupation?

Ken Onley was an australian rules football player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ken Onley

· Wikidata: Q21176413

· DBpedia: Ken Onley

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