About Ward Meese
Lived 1897 – 1968 (aged 70). Ward Meese was an American american football player.
Ward King Meese (March 9, 1897 – January 23, 1968) was an American football player. He played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) with the Milwaukee Badgers during the 1922 NFL season and the St. Louis All-Stars during the 1923 NFL season before being a member of the Hammond Pros for the following two seasons. He also played for the Decatur Staleys while playing college football at the same time. He played collegiately at Wabash.
The Staleys became the Chicago Bears shortly after he retired. His family included his son Robert Meese who had four children and seven grandchildren. His son Andy Meese played semi-pro football for the Wabash Express before a shoulder injury.
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Who was Ward Meese?
American football player (1897-1968)
When was Ward Meese born?
Ward Meese was born on 9 March 1897 in Van Wert.
When did Ward Meese die?
Ward Meese died on 23 January 1968 in Fort Wayne.
What was Ward Meese's occupation?
Ward Meese was an american football player.
What nationality was Ward Meese?
Ward Meese was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ward Meese. https://biography.guide/ward-meese/
MLA: "Ward Meese." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ward-meese/.
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