About Thomas Student
Lived 1897 – 1976 (aged 78). Thomas Student was a German association football player.
Thomas Student (28 October 1897 – 11 February 1976) was a German footballer. In 1916, he became the first team captain of Schalke 04, then called Westfalia Schalke. He held the captaincy until 1928.
In 2008, Schalke named him posthumously as an honorary captain of the club.
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Who was Thomas Student?
German association football player (1897-1976)
When was Thomas Student born?
Thomas Student was born on 28 October 1897.
When did Thomas Student die?
Thomas Student died on 11 February 1976.
What was Thomas Student's occupation?
Thomas Student was an association football player.
What nationality was Thomas Student?
Thomas Student was German.
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