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Posted on June 6, 2018 by Dave Parkinson

« Swinton beaten by Hull Kingston Rovers – 1925 – Championship Final

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DID YOU KNOW? Broughton Rangers disbanded during the 1941-42 season and reformed after the Second World War. Their last competitive game before this was a 3-26 defeat at Halifax. For the record R. McCormick scored Rangers try #hlfsupported #sportinghistory #rugby

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DID YOU KNOW? The last time the Broughton Rangers name was used was on 11.5.1947 when they played at @hullkrofficial It was a thrilling game and a draw 11-11! Aldred, Clinton and McGarrigan #HLFsupported #sportinghistory #rugby

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NOW RELEASED! Read our full story on the 1927 #rugbyleague Championship Final between @Swinton_Lions & St Helens Recreation on our website below #hlfsupported #sportinghistory #rugby mcrrugbyheritage.com… pic.twitter.com/WPr5…

About 3 years ago from MCR Rugby History's Twitter

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