Rupert Balfe

Australian footballer and lieutenant

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

Links & References

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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