Daaf Drok 1914 – 2002

Biography

Daaf Drok was born on May 23, 1914, in Rotterdam, Netherlands, during a time when football was rapidly gaining popularity across Europe. He would go on to become a footballer, contributing to the sport during a formative period in Dutch athletic history. His life spanned nearly nine decades, witnessing tremendous changes in both his country and the world around him.

Throughout his life, Drok remained connected to his birthplace, Rotterdam, the vibrant port city that shaped his early years and character. His involvement in football reflected the passionate sporting culture that flourished in the Netherlands during the early twentieth century. Though details of his specific career achievements are limited, his participation in the sport stands as a testament to his dedication and love of the game.

Daaf Drok passed away on March 7, 2002, in Rotterdam, at the age of 87, having lived a full life in the city of his birth. He left behind a legacy as part of Dutch football’s rich heritage, a period when the sport was building foundations that would influence generations to come. His memory endures as part of Rotterdam’s sporting history.