Aubrey Beauclerk (cricketer) facts for kids
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Aubrey Frederick James Beauclerk
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| Born | 3 May 1817 Kimpton, Hertfordshire, England |
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| Died | 3 January 1853 (aged 35) Swindon, Wiltshire, England |
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| Relations | Lord Frederick Beauclerk (father) Charles Beauclerk (brother) Lord Burford (cousin) |
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| 1837 | Marylebone Cricket Club | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Source: Cricinfo, 24 March 2015
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Aubrey Frederick James Beauclerk (born May 3, 1817 – died January 3, 1853) was an English cricket player. He played in two important matches called first-class cricket games in 1837.
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Who Was Aubrey Beauclerk?
Aubrey Beauclerk was born in Kimpton, England. His parents were Lord Frederick Beauclerk and Charlotte Dillon-Lee. He went to Charterhouse School starting in 1826.
His Cricket Career
Aubrey Beauclerk played first-class cricket in 1837. This type of cricket was the highest level of the sport at that time. He played in two matches.
Playing for Famous Clubs
His first match was for the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). They played against Oxford University. The MCC is a very old and famous cricket club.
His second match was for a team called The Bs. They played against the Marylebone Cricket Club. In total, Aubrey scored 13 runs in his two games. His highest score in one game was 7 runs.
Beyond the Cricket Field
Besides playing cricket, Aubrey Beauclerk was also a soldier. He was a captain in the British Army. He served in two groups: the Guards and the 7th Foot.
Aubrey Beauclerk never married. He passed away in Swindon, Wiltshire, England, on January 3, 1853.
A Family of Cricketers
Cricket was a big part of Aubrey's family. His father, Lord Frederick Beauclerk, was also a first-class cricketer. His brother, Charles, and his cousin, Lord Burford, also played first-class cricket.
