Alexander McNaughton (Barney) Armit

Alexander "Barney" Armit (1 January 1874 – 12 November 1899) was a New Zealand rugby union player. He represented New Zealand on their 1897 tour of Australia, however he is best remembered for having died from injuries sustained while playing a match in 1899. He represented Otago from 1893 until his death, and played for the South Island in the Inter-Island match of 1897.

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