Researching Theo Samuels
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 | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 1267 people with the Samuels surname? In that year Samuels was ranked number 2354 for popularity in the UK. |
The name Theo means "Form of THEODORE. Divine Gift" and is of Not available or unknown origin.
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Theo Samuels
Theodore Stratford "Theo" Samuels (21 July 1873 – 16 November 1896) was a South African international rugby union player. Born in George, he attended Diocesan College before playing provincial rugby for Griqualand West (now known as the Griquas). He made all three of his Test appearances for South Africa during Great Britain's 1896 tour, making his debut in the 2nd Test of the series. Playing on the wing, Samuels became the first player to score for South Africa in an international, scoring two tries in a 17–8 loss at the Wanderers. Samuels switched to fullback for the remaining two Tests of the series, a loss at Kimberley was followed by a victory at Newlands, South Africa's first as a Test nation. Samuels died by drowning after suffering a severe case of cramp whilst swimming in cold seas. Cape Town, at the age of 23.
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