John Edward Armand (11 August 1898 – 1974) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Leeds United, Newport County and Swansea Town.[1][2] Born in Sabathu, British India, Armand became the first oversees player for both Leeds and Swansea.[3][4]

Jack Armand
Personal information
Full name John Edward Armand[1]
Date of birth 11 August 1898[1]
Place of birth Sabathu, British India[1]
Date of death 1974 (aged 75–76)[1]
Position(s) Inside Forward
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1921–1922 West Stanley
1922–1929 Leeds United 74 (23)
1929–1931 Swansea Town 54 (10)
1931–1932 Ashton National
1932 Southport 0 (0)
1933 Newport County 3 (1)
1934 Scarborough
1934 Denaby United
Total 131 (34)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e Jack Armand at the English National Football Archive (subscription required)
  2. ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.
  3. ^ "Jack Armand". ozwhitelufc.net.au. Retrieved 6 January 2022.
  4. ^ "Swansea City's 'pioneer' overseas footballer". BBC News. 3 August 2019. Retrieved 6 January 2022.