About Len Dawson
Lived 1915 – 1969 (aged 54). Len Dawson was an Australian rugby league player.
Leslie Dawson (29 March 1915 – 22 December 1969)
Dawson debuted for Australia in the second of two matches played on a stop over in New Zealand. Once in England, Dawson had an early impact with four tries against Newcastle. He played twice against England and gained a further two caps against France. His appearances in France included a two try performance in the series opener.
On his return to Australia, Dawson relocated to Brisbane and joined Past Brothers. He was back in Newcastle in 1940 and turned down offers from several Sydney clubs before signing to play in the Ipswich league.
Dawson spent a season with the Newtown Jets in 1944.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Len Dawson?
Australian rugby league player
When was Len Dawson born?
Len Dawson was born on 29 March 1915.
When did Len Dawson die?
Len Dawson died on 22 December 1969.
What was Len Dawson's occupation?
Len Dawson was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Len Dawson?
Len Dawson was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Len Dawson (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Len Dawson. https://biography.guide/len-dawson-rugby-league-player/
MLA: "Len Dawson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/len-dawson-rugby-league-player/.
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