Edgar Wilkinson (birth registered October→December 1863 — 27 August 1896) was an English

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footballer who played in the 1880s. He played at representative level for

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, and

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, and at club level for Bradford FC, as a

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, e.g. front row, lock, or back row.

Background

Edgar Wilkinson was born in

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, and he died aged 32 in

Playing career

Edgar Wilkinson won caps for

while at Bradford FC in 1886 against Wales, Ireland, and Scotland, in 1887 Wales, and Scotland.

References

External links

Search for "Wilkinson" at rugbyleagueproject.orgPhotograph "Bradford's Yorkshire Rugby Union Cup winning side - Bradford's only Yorkshire Cup winning side of the Rugby Union era. - 01/01/1884" at rlhp.co.ukPhotograph "Bradford (F.C.) c.1888 - This team contained six England internationals. - 01/01/1888" at rlhp.co.uk
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