About Ossie France
Lived 1858 – 1947 (aged 88). Ossie France was an American baseball player.
Osman Beverly France (October 4, 1858 – May 2, 1947) was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball with the Chicago Colts of the National League. He pitched two innings for the Colts on July 14, 1890 in his only Major League appearance. His minor league career lasted through 1892.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ossie France?
American baseball player (1858-1947)
When was Ossie France born?
Ossie France was born on 4 October 1858 in Greensburg.
When did Ossie France die?
Ossie France died on 2 May 1947 in Akron.
What was Ossie France's occupation?
Ossie France was a baseball player.
What nationality was Ossie France?
Ossie France was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ossie France. https://biography.guide/ossie-france/
MLA: "Ossie France." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ossie-france/.
Chicago: "Ossie France." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ossie-france/.
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