About William Thomson
Lived 1880 – 1942 (aged 62). William Thomson was a rugby union player.
William Thomson (15 August 1880 – 25 August 1942) was a Scotland international rugby union player. He played at the Forward position.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career
Thomson played for West of Scotland.
Provincial career
He was capped by Glasgow District in 1906. He was later capped that same season by the Cities District side.
International career
Thomson was capped by Scotland for just one match. This was the touring match against South Africa at Hampden Park on 17 November 1906. Scotland won the match 6 - 0.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Thomson?
Scottish rugby union player
When was William Thomson born?
William Thomson was born on 15 August 1880 in Haslingden.
When did William Thomson die?
William Thomson died on 25 August 1942 in Manly.
What was William Thomson's occupation?
William Thomson was a rugby union player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Thomson (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Thomson. https://biography.guide/william-thomson-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "William Thomson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-thomson-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "William Thomson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-thomson-rugby-union-player/.
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