About William Hutchinson
Lived 1849 – 1929 (aged 79). William Hutchinson was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.
William Henry Heap Hutchinson (31 October 1849 – 4 July 1929 ) was an English rugby union footballer who played in the 1870s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Hull FC, as a forward, e.g. front row, lock, or back row. Prior to Thursday 29 August 1895, Hull F.C. was a rugby union club.
Background William Hutchinson's birth was registered in Sculcoates district, he died in Beverley.
Playing career William Hutchinson won caps for England while at Hull F.C. in 1874–75 Home Nations rugby union match against Ireland, and in the 1875–76 Home Nations rugby union match against Ireland.
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Who was William Hutchinson?
English rugby union footballer (1849–1929)
When was William Hutchinson born?
William Hutchinson was born on 31 October 1849 in Sculcoates Rural District.
When did William Hutchinson die?
William Hutchinson died on 4 July 1929 in Beverley.
What was William Hutchinson's occupation?
William Hutchinson was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was William Hutchinson?
William Hutchinson was British.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: William Hutchinson
· DBpedia: William Hutchinson (rugby, born 1849)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Hutchinson. https://biography.guide/william-hutchinson-rugby-league-player/
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