About Rewi Braithwaite
Lived 1897 – 1987 (aged 89). Rewi Braithwaite was a New Zealand association football player.
John Rewi Fergusson Braithwaite (25 September 1897 – 15 January 1987) was an association football player who represented New Zealand, playing in New Zealand's first ever official international.
Braithwaite made his full New Zealand debut in that country's inaugural A-international fixture, beating Australia 3–1 on 17 June 1922 and ended his international playing career with six A-international caps to his credit,
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Who was Rewi Braithwaite?
New Zealand association footballer (1897–1987)
When was Rewi Braithwaite born?
Rewi Braithwaite was born on 25 September 1897 in Dunedin.
When did Rewi Braithwaite die?
Rewi Braithwaite died on 15 January 1987 in Hastings.
What was Rewi Braithwaite's occupation?
Rewi Braithwaite was an association football player.
What nationality was Rewi Braithwaite?
Rewi Braithwaite was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rewi Braithwaite. https://biography.guide/rewi-braithwaite/
MLA: "Rewi Braithwaite." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rewi-braithwaite/.
Chicago: "Rewi Braithwaite." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rewi-braithwaite/.
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