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- ↑ "Carl Eggen - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995 ( ISBN 1875169571)
- ↑ "South Sydney Rabbitohs Rugby League Player Report - Carl Eggen". www.ssralmanac.com.
- ↑ Sydney Morning Herald: Death notice 10/4/1985
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