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Vince Dennery

1916 – 1989

American football player

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About Vince Dennery

Lived 1916 – 1989 (aged 72). Vince Dennery was an American.

Vincent Paul Dennery November 17, 1916 - August 9, 1989) was an American professional football player who appeared in nine games for the New York Giants of the National Football League in 1941.

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Dennery played football for Fordham University. He was part of one of Fordham's Seven Blocks of Granite teams. He was inducted into the Fordham University Hall of Fame in 1979. He was also a one-time candidate for the All-American Team.

Personal life

Dennery had severe burn scars on the left side of his body after falling onto an electric train rail.

Dennery had a son named Michael who also played professional football and a son named Tom Dennery who tried out for the New York Giants.

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Vincent Paul Dennery

People in Vince Dennery's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Vince Dennery?

American football player

When was Vince Dennery born?

Vince Dennery was born on 17 November 1916 in Jersey City.

When did Vince Dennery die?

Vince Dennery died on 9 August 1989 in Philadelphia.

What nationality was Vince Dennery?

Vince Dennery was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Vince Dennery

· Wikidata: Q53008146

· DBpedia: Vince Dennery

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