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Tom Foley

1847 – 1896

Professional baseball player

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Lived 1847 – 1896 (aged 48). Tom Foley was an American baseball player.

Thomas James Foley (1847 in Chicago – January 4, 1896 in LaGrange, Illinois) was an American professional baseball player who was an outfielder in the Major Leagues in 1871. He played for the Chicago White Stockings.

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Thomas James Foley

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tom Foley?

professional baseball player (1847-1896)

When was Tom Foley born?

Tom Foley was born on 14 June 1847 in Chicago.

When did Tom Foley die?

Tom Foley died on 4 January 1896 in La Grange.

What was Tom Foley's occupation?

Tom Foley was a baseball player.

What nationality was Tom Foley?

Tom Foley was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tom Foley

· Wikidata: Q7815823

· DBpedia: Tom Foley (outfielder)

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