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Henry Butland

Henry Butland (11 February 1872 – 2 December 1956) was a rugby union player who represented New Zealand in the national side (the All Blacks), playing in the halfback position.

Born in Westport in 1872, he represented West Coast at a provincial level. He was a member of the All Blacks in 1893 and 1894, playing nine matches for the team, but no internationals.[1]

Following the death of Robert Oliphant in January 1956, Butland was the oldest living All Black. He died on 2 December 1956 and was buried at Hokitika Cemetery.[2]

References

  1. ^ Knight, Lindsay. "Henry Butland". New Zealand Rugby Union. Retrieved 14 September 2014.
  2. ^ "Cemetery enquiry". Westland District Council. Retrieved 14 September 2014.