Arthur Richardson (footballer, born 1913)

Arthur Joseph Richardson (15 January 1913 – 1993) was an English professional footballer who played as a centre forward. After playing for Rochdale A.F.C as a wartime guest player he later joined the British Army during World War 2, in which he was wounded, being shot in the arm.

Arthur Joseph Richardson

Personal information
Full name	Arthur Richardson
Date of birth	15 January 1913
Place of birth	Wigan, England
Date of death	September 1993 (aged 80)
Place of death	Chesterfield, England
Position(s)	Centre forward
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
1936–1938	Burnley	11	(2)
1938–1939	Chesterfield	4	(1)
1939-1940	Rochdale A.F.C	15	(15)
* Club domestic league appearances and goals

Arthur married Eileen Kelly in October 1939 in Chesterfield and later had 2 children.