Death:Aug. 8 1971, Glasgow
Signed: 4 Jan 1909 (loan); 8 Sep 1917 (loan)
Position: Utility
Debut: Celtic 0-3 Rangers, Glasgow Cup, 22 Sep 1917
Internationals: n/a

Biog

Utility man John Jackson was a Dalry-born player who came to the Hoops on loan in September 1917 from Leeds City.

His debut came in a 3-0 home Glasgow Cup defeat to Rangers on September 22nd. Prior to arriving at Celtic John was loaned to Rangers but never played a competitive game for the Ibrox side.

With the ability and enthusiasm to play in most outfield position he proved to be a useful signing for the Bhoys playing a total of 27 games and scoring two goals before leaving in May 1918 to serve with the Royal Scots Fusiliers.

Immediately before this, he participated in a Glasgow Cup final v Rangers which Celtic lost 2-0. It was good practise for the battefield and saw Jock Jackson laid out by Ranger's Tommy Cairns in the second half!

Playing Career