About Ray Dalton
Lived 1919 – 1997 (aged 77). Ray Dalton was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Raymond Alfred Dalton (14 July 1919 – 2 February 1997) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A prop, Dalton represented Wellington and Otago at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, between 1947 and 1949. He played 20 matches—three as captain—for the All Blacks, including two internationals.
During World War II, Dalton served as a navigator with the Royal New Zealand Air Force, based in the United Kingdom. in February 1943 he was promoted to flying officer, and in August 1944 he gained the rank of flight lieutenant. While in the air force, Dalton played 31 first-class matches for services rugby teams.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ray Dalton?
New Zealand rugby union player (1919-1997)
When was Ray Dalton born?
Ray Dalton was born on 14 July 1919 in Te Awamutu.
When did Ray Dalton die?
Ray Dalton died on 2 February 1997 in Auckland.
What was Ray Dalton's occupation?
Ray Dalton was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Ray Dalton?
Ray Dalton was New Zealand.
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· DBpedia: Ray Dalton (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ray Dalton. https://biography.guide/ray-dalton-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Ray Dalton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ray-dalton-rugby-union-player/.
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