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Tom McNamara

1872 – 1944

Irish Gaelic footballer

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About Tom McNamara

Lived 1872 – 1944 (aged 71–72).

Thomas McNamara (1872 – 5 October 1944) was an Irish Gaelic footballer. His championship career with the Limerick senior team lasted three seasons from 1887 until 1889.

McNamara made his inter-county debut during the 1887 championship when the Commercials club represented Limerick in the inaugural championship. He won his sole All-Ireland medal that year as Limerick defeated Louth in the final.

Honours

Limerick All-Ireland Senior Football Championship (1): 1887

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Important facts

Born
1872
Birth century
Also known as
Thomas McNamara

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tom McNamara?

Irish Gaelic footballer

When was Tom McNamara born?

Tom McNamara was born in 1872.

When did Tom McNamara die?

Tom McNamara died on 5 October 1944.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tom McNamara

· Wikidata: Q41754565

· DBpedia: Tom McNamara (Gaelic footballer)

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