Alfred Thomas George was an Australian rules footballer who played for Melbourne and Essendon in the Victorian Football League.
13 Facts About Alf George
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Alf George was born in Mount Egerton on 7 September 1884.
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Alf George played football for Seymour, Numurkah and, finally, Essendon Association, before being recruited to play for Essendon.
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Alf George was recruited at the beginning of 1906 and he made his VFL debut in round 3 of that year, going on to play 16 games in his first season.
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Alf George generally played as a ruckman, but could play in defence and was known for his marking ability.
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Alf George played 12 matches for the season and kicked his first goal in the VFL.
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Alf George was captain for two seasons, and he left the club at the end of 1913.
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Alf George returned for one final season in 1915, playing 14 games and kicking two goals; the team concluded the year by losing in a semi final.
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Alf George worked as an engine driver, both during and after his football career.
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At the time of embarkation, Alf George was living in Kensington, Victoria with his wife, Lilla.
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Alf George's service was uncontroversial; he was never wounded, nor did he receive any honours or awards.
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Alf George returned safely to Australia on 19 August 1919 after the conclusion of the war.
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Alf George's obituary in The Argus described him as a "champion footballer" who was a "well-known follower in the decade preceding the First World War".