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William James

1902 – 1972

Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer

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About William James

Lived 1902 – 1972 (aged 69). William James was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.

William P. James (16 July 1902 – 27 February 1972) was a Welsh rugby union and professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s. He played representative level rugby union (RU) for Wales, and at club level for Llanelli RFC, as a wing, and representative level rugby league (RL) for Glamorgan, and at club level for Leeds, as a .

Background Will James was born in Aberavon, Wales, and he died 69 in Aberavon, Wales.

Playing career International honours Will James won caps for Wales (RU) while at Llanelli RFC in 1925 against England, and Scotland.

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Important facts

Born
16 July 1902, Aberavon
Birth century
20th century
Died
27 February 1972
Occupation
Rugby league player, rugby union player
Nationality
United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Also known as
William P. James, Will James

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William James?

Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer (1902-1972)

When was William James born?

William James was born on 16 July 1902 in Aberavon.

When did William James die?

William James died on 27 February 1972.

What was William James's occupation?

William James was a rugby league player and rugby union player.

What nationality was William James?

William James was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William James

· Wikidata: Q8013423

· DBpedia: Will James (rugby, born 1902)

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