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Ray Parkin

1911 – 1971

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About Ray Parkin

Lived 1911 – 1971 (aged 60). Ray Parkin was a British association football player.

Honours Arsenal Football Combination (formerly the London Combination) champions: 1928–29, 1929–30, 1930–31, 1933–34, 1934–35

World War II and after During the Second World War, "the Board gave permission for Parkin to guest for Holiday Sports". After 1945 he worked in a coalmine not far from Leicester, as an electrician.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ray Parkin?

Footballer (1911-1971)

When was Ray Parkin born?

Ray Parkin was born on 28 January 1911 in Crook.

When did Ray Parkin die?

Ray Parkin died on 18 July 1971 in Market Bosworth.

What was Ray Parkin's occupation?

Ray Parkin was an association football player.

What nationality was Ray Parkin?

Ray Parkin was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ray Parkin

· Wikidata: Q7297931

· DBpedia: Ray Parkin (footballer)

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