About Tom Walters
Lived 1909 – 1968 (aged 58). Tom Walters was a British association football player.
Thomas Charles Walters (15 June 1909 – 27 January 1968) was a Welsh professional footballer. He played as a centre forward in the Football League for Merthyr Town, Bolton Wanderers, Crystal Palace, Exeter City, Torquay United, Watford and Clapton Orient, as well as in the Southern League for Dartford.
Career
Born in Trealaw, Glamorgan, Walters started his working life as a coal miner, as well as a footballer for Merthyr Town. He moved to England shortly before his 21st birthday, joining Bolton Wanderers in May 1930, and later spending time at Crystal Palace, Exeter City and Torquay United.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tom Walters?
Welsh footballers (1909-1968)
When was Tom Walters born?
Tom Walters was born on 15 June 1909 in Trealaw.
When did Tom Walters die?
Tom Walters died on 27 January 1968 in Torquay.
What was Tom Walters's occupation?
Tom Walters was an association football player.
What nationality was Tom Walters?
Tom Walters was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tom Walters (association footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tom Walters. https://biography.guide/tom-walters/
MLA: "Tom Walters." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tom-walters/.
Chicago: "Tom Walters." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tom-walters/.
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