About Wendell Butcher
Lived 1914 – 1988 (aged 74). Wendell Butcher was an American american football player.
Wendell Ralph Butcher (March 28, 1914 – December 18, 1988) was an American professional football player who was a back for five seasons with the Brooklyn Dodgers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Gustavus Adolphus Golden Gusties.
Early life Butcher lettered three years in football, two years in basketball and two years in track at attended Worthington High School in Worthington, Minnesota. He graduated in 1932. He was inducted into the Worthington High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
College career Butcher played at Gustavus Adolphus College for the Golden Gusties.
Professional career Butcher signed with the NFL's Brooklyn Dodgers in 1938.
Personal life Butcher served in the United States Military during World War II.
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Who was Wendell Butcher?
American football player (1914-1988)
When was Wendell Butcher born?
Wendell Butcher was born on 28 March 1914 in Worthington.
When did Wendell Butcher die?
Wendell Butcher died on 18 December 1988 in Memphis.
What was Wendell Butcher's occupation?
Wendell Butcher was an american football player.
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Wendell Butcher was American.
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