John Harley

1886–1960 (age 74)

Biography

John Harley brought passion to association football as a coach, nurturing teams with strategic insight and steadfast encouragement.

The British Cemetery Montevideo now honors a mentor whose dedication helped shape the sport’s early character in the region.

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