Charles Elliot Allen (14 October 1880 – 15 January 1966) was anIrishrugby unionforward.[1] Sometimes known as Ellie Allen,[2] he played 21 matches for theIrish national team,[3] and captained the team on several occasions.[4][5][6] His parents were fromDerry,[7] and he played club rugby withDerry RFC.[1][8]
His older brother,G. G. Allen, also played international rugby with Ireland and was part of the squad that won the1899 Triple Crown.[9]
The teams were [..] forwards [..] C. E. Allen (Derry)
For the Rugby International between Ireland and England next Saturday at Dublin, C. E. Allen has declared his inability to play. The Irish captain's loss will be felt
The Irish team [was] captained by C. E. Allen
The Irish captain, C. E. Allen, is a son of Captain and Mrs. Allen; Derry citizens of worthy connection
C. E. Allen represented his province, and also played for Ireland against Scotland and Wales
Mr. G. G. Allen [..] was a member of the Rugby team that won the Triple Crown for Ireland in 1899 [..] His younger brother, C. E. Allen (Derry City), was one of the best forwards Ireland ever produced and played in a score of internationals
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