Harry Briggs
George H. "Harry" Briggs was a professional footballer who played as a centre half. He was born in Easington. He began his career in local football with Shotton Colliery's team and in November 1947 signed for Crystal Palace. He made 146 appearances between then and 1955 when he retired as a player. Briggs died in 2005 aged 81 or 82.
