About Robert Hancock
Lived 1922 – 1973 (aged 50). Robert Hancock was an Australian australian rules football player.
Robert Arthur 'Bobby' Hancock (22 June 1922 – 9 February 1973) was an Australian rules footballer who played with St Kilda in the VFL during the late 1940s. A small rover, Hancock served in the Navy before arriving at St Kilda in 1946. He won St Kilda's best and fairest award in 1948 and represented Victoria in 3 interstate matches that year. Hancock also finished equal 6th in the 1948 Brownlow Medal count.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Hancock?
Australian rules footballer (1922–1973)
When was Robert Hancock born?
Robert Hancock was born on 22 June 1922 in Hobart.
When did Robert Hancock die?
Robert Hancock died on 9 February 1973 in Heidelberg.
What was Robert Hancock's occupation?
Robert Hancock was an australian rules football player.
What nationality was Robert Hancock?
Robert Hancock was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Hancock (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Hancock. https://biography.guide/robert-hancock/
MLA: "Robert Hancock." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-hancock/.
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