About William Freeburn
Lived 1930 – 2019 (aged 89). William Freeburn was a British association football player.
William Openshaw Freeburn (7 April 1930 – 25 December 2019) was a Scottish footballer, who played as a full-back.
Biography William Openshaw Freeburn was born on 7 April 1930 in Hamilton, Scotland. He played for four teams: Wellwood (1946-1947), Dunfermline Athletic (1947-1950), East Stirlingshire (1950-1951) and Grimsby Town (1951-1955). He died at the age of 89 on 25 December 2019, in Grimsby, North Lincolnshire, England.
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Who was William Freeburn?
association football player (born 1930)
When was William Freeburn born?
William Freeburn was born on 7 April 1930 in Hamilton.
When did William Freeburn die?
William Freeburn died on 25 December 2019 in Grimsby.
What was William Freeburn's occupation?
William Freeburn was an association football player.
What nationality was William Freeburn?
William Freeburn was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Freeburn. https://biography.guide/william-freeburn/
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