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Leeds Rhinos Rugby League Football Club and Rugby League blue plaque

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Leeds Rhinos Rugby League Football Club and Rugby League blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Celebrating the Birth of Rugby League RLF 120 years 1895-2015 On this site on 21st September 1895, Leeds played their first home game under the rules of Rugby League (then known as the Northern Union) Leeds v Brighouse Recorded plaque organisation: Rugby League.
Leeds Rhinos Rugby League Football Club marks the birthplace of Rugby League with its inaugural home match in 1895, signifying a pivotal split from Rugby Union and the establishment of a new code emphasizing professionalism.

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