Phil Waller
Welsh rugby player and international representative
Born
1889
136 years ago
Died
December 14th, 1917
107 years ago — 28 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Wales
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An accomplished rugby player, played for the national team of Wales and participated in the early years of international rugby competitions. Competed in the first official international match against England in 1881. Contributed significantly to the development of the sport in Wales during its formative years. Stood out as a prominent figure in the early rugby community before passing away in 1917.
Played for Wales in the first international match against England
Competed in the early years of rugby union
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