About Walter Argus
Lived 1921 – 2016 (aged 95). Walter Argus was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Walter Garland Argus (29 May 1921 – 21 October 2016) was a New Zealand rugby union player who played 10 matches including four tests for the national team. From 16 November 2012 until his death he was the oldest living All Black.
Early life and family Argus was born in Auckland on 29 May 1921, including tries in three of the four test matches that he played in.
Later life Argus lived in retirement in Christchurch. After the death of Bob Scott in 2012, he was the oldest living All Black.
Argus died in Christchurch on 21 October 2016 after battling a short illness.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter Argus?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Walter Argus born?
Walter Argus was born on 29 May 1921 in Auckland.
When did Walter Argus die?
Walter Argus died on 21 October 2016 in Christchurch.
What was Walter Argus's occupation?
Walter Argus was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Walter Argus?
Walter Argus was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Argus. https://biography.guide/walter-argus/
MLA: "Walter Argus." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-argus/.
Chicago: "Walter Argus." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/walter-argus/.
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