About Norman Brown
Lived 1885 – 1938 (aged 52). Norman Brown was a British association football player.
Norman Liddle Brown (30 January 1885 – 9 January 1938) was an English professional footballer. An outside right or centre forward, he played for eight clubs in his career.
Career Brown began his career with his hometown club Willington Athletic in the early 1900s. In 1904 he signed for Sunderland, for whom he made 27 Football League appearances and scored one goal.
In 1906, he left the Black Cats and played for five different clubs over a seven-year period, before joining Blackpool in 1913. In his one season with the Seasiders, he played thirteen League games and scored two goals. He retired at the end of the season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Norman Brown?
English professional association footballer (1885-1938)
When was Norman Brown born?
Norman Brown was born on 30 January 1885 in Willington Quay.
When did Norman Brown die?
Norman Brown died on 9 January 1938 in Lewisham.
What was Norman Brown's occupation?
Norman Brown was an association football player.
What nationality was Norman Brown?
Norman Brown was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Norman Brown (footballer)
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