George E. Julian
| Born: | February 6, 1893 Rochester, New York |
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| Died: | May 9, 1977 (age 82) Lansing, Michigan |
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Fullback |
| College | Michigan Agricultural |
| Career highlights and awards | |
George Edward "Carp" Julian (February 6, 1893 – May 9, 1977) was an American football player. He played at the fullback position at Michigan Agricultural College (MAC), now known as Michigan State University, from 1911 to 1914.[1] He was selected by Walter Eckersall in 1913 as a first-team All-American fullback.[2] He also served as captain of MAC's 1914 football team.[3] He later played professional football for Jim Thorpe's Canton Bulldogs in 1915 and 1916, gaining 205 yards in four games.[4]
He died on May 9, 1945, at Lansing, MI.[5]
References[edit]
- ^ E. A. Batchelor (December 1, 1914). "Capt. Julian, of M. A. C., Is Worthy of a Place on Any Ideal Football Combination". Detroit Free Press. p. 8. Archived from the original on February 8, 2017. Retrieved January 7, 2015.
- ^ Steve Grinczel (2004). Michigan State Football: They Are Spartans. Arcadia Publishing. p. 16.
- ^ "Julian Chosen Captain of the M. A. C. Eleven: Great Fullback is Named to Lead Green and White on Gridiron in 1914". Detroit Free Press. November 18, 1913.
- ^ Bob Gill (1990). "A Legend Comes to Life". The Coffin Corner. profootballresearchers.org.
- ^ "George E. Julian, One-Time Spartan Grid Great, Dies". Battle Creek Enquirer. May 10, 1945.