About Len Aston
Lived 1920 – 1997 (aged 76–77). Len Aston was a British rugby league player.
Leonard "Len" Aston (14 June 1920 – 19 November 1987) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. He played at representative level for Great Britain and England, and at club level for St. Helens, as a or .
Background Aston was born in Prescot, Lancashire, England.
Playing career Testimonial match Len Aston's testimonial match at St. Helens took place against Hull F.C. at Knowsley Road, St. Helens on Saturday 3 March 1951.
International honours Len Aston won caps for England while at St. Helens in 1947 against Wales, and France, in 1948 against France, and won caps for Great Britain while at St. Helens in 1947 against New Zealand (3 matches).
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Who was Len Aston?
English rugby league footballer
When was Len Aston born?
Len Aston was born on 14 June 1920 in Prescot.
When did Len Aston die?
Len Aston died in 1997.
What was Len Aston's occupation?
Len Aston was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Len Aston?
Len Aston was British.
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