About W. H. Bannard
Lived 1875 – 1913 (aged 38). W. H. Bannard was an American head coach and american football player.
William Heath Bannard (March 6, 1875 – March 22, 1913) was an American college football player and coach. He served as the fifth head football coach at Northwestern University, coaching one season in 1898 and compiling a record of 9–4–1. He is the author of "Football: How to Play the Game", published in 1905. He died of Bright's disease in 1913.
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Who was W. H. Bannard?
American football player and coach (1875-1913)
When was W. H. Bannard born?
W. H. Bannard was born on 6 March 1875 in Plainfield.
When did W. H. Bannard die?
W. H. Bannard died on 22 March 1913 in Asbury Park.
What was W. H. Bannard's occupation?
W. H. Bannard was a head coach and american football player.
What nationality was W. H. Bannard?
W. H. Bannard was American.
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