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William Webb Ellis (24 November 1806 – 24 January 1872) was a English Anglican clergyman. He is often credited with the invention of rugby football while he was a pupil at Rugby School. The story of how he founded the game may be false, nevertheless, his name is firmly established in the lore of rugby Union football. He has become immortalised by the William Webb Ellis Cup, presented to the winners of the Rugby Union World Cup. Even if Webb Ellis could be credited with introducing running with... full article at wikipedia
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  • Nov 24, 1806
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  • Jan 24, 1872
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