About Paul Rowe
Lived 1917 – 1990 (aged 73). Paul Rowe was a Canadian canadian football player.
Paul "Pappy" Rowe (January 25, 1917 – August 28, 1990) was a Canadian professional football fullback.
Born in Victoria, British Columbia, he played for the Calgary Bronks (1938–1940) and Calgary Stampeders (1945–1950). He was captain of the team when Calgary won the Grey Cup in 1948 and played in the finals in 1949. In 1948, he was awarded the Dave Dryburgh Memorial Trophy.
He is a member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, BC Sports Hall of Fame, Alberta Sports Hall of Fame, Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, and Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Paul Rowe?
Player of American and Canadian football (1917–1990)
When was Paul Rowe born?
Paul Rowe was born on 25 January 1917 in Victoria.
When did Paul Rowe die?
Paul Rowe died on 28 August 1990 in Calgary.
What was Paul Rowe's occupation?
Paul Rowe was a canadian football player.
What nationality was Paul Rowe?
Paul Rowe was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Paul Rowe (Canadian football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Rowe. https://biography.guide/paul-rowe-canadian-football-player/
MLA: "Paul Rowe." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paul-rowe-canadian-football-player/.
Chicago: "Paul Rowe." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/paul-rowe-canadian-football-player/.
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