Henry Eastham (30 June 1917 – September 1998) was an English professional

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who played as an

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. Active between 1934 and 1954, Eastham made over 250 appearances in

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Early life

Harry Eastham was born on 30 June 1917 in

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. His elder brother was fellow player

George Eastham, Sr. George Richard Eastham (13 August 1914 – January 2000) was an English footballer and manager. As an inside forward, he represented England once at international level, and played for Bolton Wanderers, Brentford, Blackpool Blackpool is ...

; George's own son – Harry's nephew – George, Jr. was also a professional player.

Career

After graduating through the youth team of hometown club

, Eastham turned professional in 1934. He also played in

for

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and

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, before moving to play non-league football with Netherfield and

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