Tom Richards
Tom Richards was an Australian rugby player and stretcher bearer who served in World War One, becoming notable for being one of the few athletes to represent both the British Lions and the Wallabies. He was present at Gallipoli and played a role in memorializing fellow rugby player Blair Swannell.
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Tom Richards, a Wallabies legend and Gallipoli veteran, provided hope and respite for troops through rugby during the war.
Historic Bledisloe Cup clash confirmed for Brisbane in 2027
Australia· 2026-06-28
Tom Richards, an engineer on the Guardian’s digital investigations team who worked on the project.
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United Kingdom· 2026-06-01
Tom Richards, who played for both Australia and the British Lions in rugby, fought bravely at Gallipoli and the Western Front.
Wallaby war hero’s name to live on after Lions make trophy changeAustralia· 2025-06-23
Tom Richards was a fellow rugby player who also served at Gallipoli and was recognized alongside Blair Swannell.
Anzac, Lion and Wallaby Blair Swannell recognised with Rugby Australia medalAustralia· 2025-04-24
