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team in 1905, Williams was at the centre of the selection of the Welsh team that would become the only team to beat the All Blacks during their tour. One of
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led the Welsh team in singing the national anthem, which was quickly picked up by the crowd. It was the first time a national anthem had been sung before a sporting event. Later in his career, Williams became one of the Welsh representatives for the
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Williams had a career in most levels of Welsh rugby union. He first came to note as a player, representing first class club
Cardiff. In 1881, Williams was part of the Cardiff team which beat
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