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William Webb Ellis
Anglican clergyman and allegedly the inventor of rugby football (1806-1872).
Born November 24th, 1806 in Salford.
Died February 24th, 1872 at 65 years old in Menton.
Occupations
cleric, cricketer, inventor, rugby union player
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