Frederick Rinder
Frederick William Rinder (July 1858, Liverpool – 25 December 1938, Harborne, Birmingham) was a committee member and later influential chairman of Aston Villa F.C. during the club's 'Golden Age'. During Rinder's time as chairman, a period of 27 years, the Villa established themselves as the most successful football club in England winning no fewer than 6 League Championships and 5 FA Cups.
Frederick Rinder | |
|---|---|
| Chairman of Aston Villa F.C. | |
| In office 1898–1925 | |
| Preceded by | J. E. Margoschis |
| Succeeded by | J. E. Jones |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 1858 Liverpool, England |
| Died | 25 December 1938 (aged 80) Birmingham, England |
| Spouse | Eliza (nee Brockhurst) |
| Children | 2 |
| Occupation | Architect and Surveyor, Director of Aston Villa, Senior Vice-President of the Football League |
He was largely responsible for the design and development of Villa Park.
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