William Webb Ellis
Deceased Q319318

William Webb Ellis

Anglican clergyman and allegedly the inventor of Rugby football (1806-1872)

Born: November 24, 1806 (1806) · Salford
Died: February 24, 1872 (1872) · Menton
Age at death: 65 years
Nationality United Kingdom
Occupation inventor, cricketer, rugby union player, cleric
Education Brasenose College, Rugby School
Gender male

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