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References
- ↑ Peter Morgan player profile ESPN Scrum.com
- ↑ Jenkins, John M.; et al. (1991). Who's Who of Welsh International Rugby Players. Wrexham: Bridge Books. p. 114. ISBN 1-872424-10-4.
- ↑ The History of the Snelling Sevens (1979) snellingsevens.co.uk
- ↑ Peter Morgan Lions profile lions.com
- ↑ Ex-Wales and Lions player Morgan dies BBC Sport
- ↑ Obituary: Pembrokeshire’s ‘finest’ Peter Morgan dies aged 65 WRU
- ↑ "Peter Morgan obituary: Wales rugby player and politician". The Times. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
