Sunderland's Henry Low remembered on anniversary of his passing
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Henry Forbes Low, a key player for Sunderland, passed away on September 26, 1920, at age 38. Low is remembered for his significant contributions to Sunderland, including playing in their 1912-13 championship-winning side. He made 228 appearances and scored 38 goals for the club. Low's career was interrupted by World War I, after which he served as the landlord of a pub before dying from pneumonia. His legacy endures as one of Sunderland's historic figures.
- •Henry Low passed away on September 26, 1920.
- •He was a prominent player for Sunderland from 1907 to 1919.
- •Low played crucial roles in the 1912-13 championship-winning squad.
- •His career was disrupted by World War I service.
- •He died from pneumonia shortly after retiring from football.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — OTD (26/9/1920): Sunderland Title Winner Henry Low Passes Away
"John Wilson tells the story of the doughty Scot that headed south and became a much-loved figure in red and white.
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