Jack Rowley: Biography, Facts and Career
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John Frederick Rowley (7 October 1918 – 28 June 1998) was an English footballer who played as a forward from the 1930s to the 1950s, mainly remembered for a 17-year spell with Manchester United. He was nicknamed "The Gunner" because of his prolific goalscoring and explosive shooting, scoring 211 goals in 424 appearances for United. His younger brother, Arthur, still holds the record for the highest number of career goals scored in the Football League with 434.
Quick facts about Jack Rowley
- Full name: Jack Rowley
- Born: 1918-10-07
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q544255
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Who is Jack Rowley?
John Frederick Rowley (7 October 1918 – 28 June 1998) was an English footballer who played as a forward from the 1930s to the 1950s, mainly remembered for a 17-year spell with Manchester United.
What nationality is Jack Rowley?
Jack Rowley is United Kingdom.
When was Jack Rowley born?
Jack Rowley was born on 1918-10-07.
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