About Tom Nolan
Lived 1909 – 1969 (aged 59–60). Tom Nolan was a British association football player.
Thomas Gerard Nolan (13 June 1909 – 1969) was an English footballer, noted for his powerful cannonball shots. He was Port Vale's most prolific forward of the 1930s.
Career Nolan played for Preston North End and Manchester Central before joining Port Vale in October 1931. He hit 11 goals in 21 games to become the club's top-scorer, helping the "Valiants" to remain in the Second Division on goal average.
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1931–32 Second Division
1932–33 Second Division
1933–34 Second Division
1934–35 Second Division
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1935–36 Second Division
1936–37 Second Division
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1936–37 Third Division North
1937–38 Third Division North
1938–39 Third Division South
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tom Nolan?
English footballer (1909-1969)
When was Tom Nolan born?
Tom Nolan was born on 13 June 1909 in Preston.
When did Tom Nolan die?
Tom Nolan died in 1969.
What was Tom Nolan's occupation?
Tom Nolan was an association football player.
What nationality was Tom Nolan?
Tom Nolan was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tom Nolan (footballer, born 1909)
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