Rupert Balfe
Australian footballer and lieutenant
Born
March 9th, 1890
135 years ago
Died
1915
110 years ago — 25 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played Australian rules football for the Essendon Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL) during the 1910s. Served as a lieutenant in the Australian Imperial Force during World War I, participating in significant campaigns and battles. Balfe faced the challenges of war while contributing to sports before and after his service, representing both athletic and military dedication.
Played for Essendon Football Club
Served as lieutenant in World War I
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