About Leonard Wilkinson
Lived 1868 – 1913 (aged 44). Leonard Wilkinson was a British association football player.
Leonard Rodwell Wilkinson (15 October 1868 – 9 February 1913) was an English barrister and footballer who earned one cap for the national team in 1891.
Early life Leonard Rodwell Wilkinson was born on 15 October 1868 in Highgate, Middlesex. He was the second of four children and his father was a barrister. Wilkinson attended Woodcote House School and Charterhouse School.
Professional career Wilkinson was a barrister and served as a Justice of the Peace. He also served as a director of gas companies.
Personal life Wilkinson married in October 1898 and had two sons.
Later life and death Wilkinson was found shot dead on 9 February 1913 at his home in Emery Down, Hampshire; the Coroner declared he had died by suicide.
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Who was Leonard Wilkinson?
English footballer (1868-1913)
When was Leonard Wilkinson born?
Leonard Wilkinson was born on 15 October 1868 in Highgate.
When did Leonard Wilkinson die?
Leonard Wilkinson died on 9 February 1913.
What was Leonard Wilkinson's occupation?
Leonard Wilkinson was an association football player.
What nationality was Leonard Wilkinson?
Leonard Wilkinson was British.
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