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Tom O'Brien

1889 – 1963

Australian rules footballer, born 1889

Australian rules football player
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About Tom O'Brien

Lived 1889 – 1963 (aged 73). Tom O'Brien was an Australian australian rules football player.

Thompson Joseph "Tom" O'Brien (11 October 1889 – 11 September 1963) was an Australian rules footballer who played with University in the Victorian Football League (VFL).

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Important facts

Born
11 October 1889, Adelong
Birth century
19th century
Died
11 September 1963, Wagga Wagga
Occupation
Australian rules football player
Nationality
Australia
Education
Xavier College, University of Melbourne

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tom O'Brien?

Australian rules footballer, born 1889 (1889–1963)

When was Tom O'Brien born?

Tom O'Brien was born on 11 October 1889 in Adelong.

When did Tom O'Brien die?

Tom O'Brien died on 11 September 1963 in Wagga Wagga.

What was Tom O'Brien's occupation?

Tom O'Brien was an australian rules football player.

What nationality was Tom O'Brien?

Tom O'Brien was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tom O'Brien

· Wikidata: Q7817072

· DBpedia: Tom O'Brien (footballer, born 1889)

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