Peter Martin

Australian footballer and soldier

Peter Martin - Australian footballer and soldier
Born

1875
150 years ago

Died

March 25th, 1918
107 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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An Australian footballer played for the South Melbourne Football Club and represented Victoria in the sport. After his football career, served as a soldier during World War I. Died in action on the Western Front in 1918.

Played for South Melbourne Football Club

Represented Victoria in Australian rules football

Died in action during World War I

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