About William Brown
Lived 1928 – 2010 (aged 81–82). William Brown was a British association football player.
William Brown (27 March 1928 – May 2010) was an English footballer who played as a wing half.
Brown started his career with non-league Murton Colliery Welfare before signing for Gateshead in September 1950. He scored a total of 7 goals in 238 appearances in the league and FA Cup for Gateshead. Brown moved to Berwick Rangers before playing for non-league Blyth Spartans.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Brown?
English professional footballer born 1928
When was William Brown born?
William Brown was born on 27 March 1928 in Dawdon.
When did William Brown die?
William Brown died in 2010 in Durham.
What was William Brown's occupation?
William Brown was an association football player.
What nationality was William Brown?
William Brown was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Brown (footballer, born 1928)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Brown. https://biography.guide/william-brown-association-football-player-1928/
MLA: "William Brown." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-brown-association-football-player-1928/.
Chicago: "William Brown." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-brown-association-football-player-1928/.
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