Arthur Charles Hind (1904–1991) was a field hockey player associated with India during the early twentieth century. He belonged to the generation of players who emerged in the period when Indian field hockey was establishing itself as a dominant force in international competition.
Key facts
| Full name | Arthur Charles Hind |
|---|---|
| Born | 1904 |
| Died | 1991 |
| Sport | Field hockey |
| Associated nation | India |
Background
Hind played during a period when field hockey in India was administered through regional associations and military and civilian clubs, with the Indian Hockey Federation (founded in 1925) serving as the national governing body. The era of his career coincided with the rise of Indian hockey on the world stage, marked by the country's gold medal performances at the Olympic Games beginning in 1928.
Significance
As one of the field hockey players from the early twentieth-century Indian milieu, Hind is recorded among the sportspersons of his generation whose careers contributed to the broader development of the sport in the subcontinent. His long lifespan (1904–1991) places his playing years within the formative decades of organised Indian hockey.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata entry: Q1810023