About Major Egan
Major Egan was an Irish rugby union player.
James Egan, known as Major Egan, was an Irish international rugby union player.
A fullback, Egan was capped three times for Ireland in 1931, debuting against France at Colombes. He also appeared in their win over England at Twickenham and later that year faced the touring Springboks at Lansdowne Road.
Egan served as an officer in the Irish Guards and was married to a member of the wealthy American Merck family.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Major Egan?
Irish rugby union player
When did Major Egan die?
Major Egan died on 4 December 1984.
What was Major Egan's occupation?
Major Egan was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Major Egan?
Major Egan was Irish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Major Egan. https://biography.guide/major-egan/
MLA: "Major Egan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/major-egan/.
Chicago: "Major Egan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/major-egan/.
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