John Brown (American football, born 1891)
John H. "Babe" Brown, Jr. (September 12, 1891 – June 10, 1963) was an American football player and an Admiral in the United States Navy. He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1951. As a defender he helped the United States Naval Academy football team shut out seven opponents in 1913. During World War II, Brown rose to the rank of Admiral and played an important role in submarine operations in the South Pacific. He later became Director of Athletics and eventually Superintendent at the Naval Academy.[1]
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| Persondata |
| Name |
Brown, John |
| Alternative names |
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| Short description |
American football player |
| Date of birth |
September 12, 1891 |
| Place of birth |
Canton, Pennsylvania |
| Date of death |
June 10, 1963 |
| Place of death |
Middletown, Delaware |