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John Houlding

1833-08-00 – 1902-03-17

Portrait of John Houlding
w:John Houlding, Lord Mayor of Liverpool, and the founder of Liverpool FC.Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

John Houlding (c. August 1833 – 17 March 1902) was an English businessman and local politician, most notable for being the founder of Liverpool Football Club and later Lord Mayor of Liverpool. Formerly he was Everton FC Club President and member.
In November 2017, Houlding was commemorated with a bronze bust outside Anfield to mark the 125th anniversary of Liverpool F.C.

Occupation & Career

politician, businessperson

Education

Liverpool College

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Liverpool College

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q950626 — wikidata View source

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