About Sam Bartholomew
Lived 1917 – 1999 (aged 81). Sam Bartholomew was an American american football player.
Samuel Wilson Bartholomew (April 10, 1917 – February 14, 1999) was an American professional football fullback who played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles. He played college football at the University of Tennessee and was drafted in the 13th round of the 1940 NFL draft with the 118th overall pick by the Washington Redskins. He played in one season for the Eagles in 1941. Bartholomew was inducted to the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame in 1986.
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Who was Sam Bartholomew?
American football player (1917-1999)
When was Sam Bartholomew born?
Sam Bartholomew was born on 10 April 1917 in Charleston.
When did Sam Bartholomew die?
Sam Bartholomew died on 14 February 1999 in Sullivan County.
What was Sam Bartholomew's occupation?
Sam Bartholomew was an american football player.
What nationality was Sam Bartholomew?
Sam Bartholomew was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sam Bartholomew. https://biography.guide/sam-bartholomew/
MLA: "Sam Bartholomew." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/sam-bartholomew/.
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