John Wren
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For the English footballer, see John Wren (footballer).
John Wren (3 April 1871 – 26 October 1953) was an Australian bookmaker, boxing and wrestling promoter, Irish nationalist, land speculator, newspaper owner, racecourse and racehorse owner, soldier, pro-conscriptionist and theatre owner.[1] He became a legendary figure thanks mainly to a fictionalised account of his life in Frank Hardy's novel Power Without Glory, which was also made into a television series. After his death in 1953, Wren was buried at Boroondara Cemetery in Kew, Victoria.
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John Wren | |
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Born | (1871-04-03)3 April 1871 Collingwood, Victoria, Australia[1] |
Died | 26 October 1953(1953-10-26) (aged 82) Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia[1] |
Nationality | Australian |
Known for | Businessman and underworld figure |
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