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William Parker

1886 – 1915

English cricketer

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Lived 1886 – 1915 (aged 28). William Parker was a British cricketer.

William Parker (1 September 1886 – 30 July 1915) was an English cricketer. He played two first-class matches for Marylebone Cricket Club between 1913 and 1914. He was killed in action during World War I.

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Also known as
Captain William Mackworth Parker

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped William Parker's

Frequently asked questions

Who was William Parker?

English cricketer (1886-1915)

When was William Parker born?

William Parker was born on 1 September 1886 in Belgaum.

When did William Parker die?

William Parker died on 30 July 1915 in Hooge.

What was William Parker's occupation?

William Parker was a cricketer.

What nationality was William Parker?

William Parker was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Parker

· Wikidata: Q24845748

· DBpedia: William Parker (MCC cricketer)

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