Rorke

Rorke

Rorke is a surname that refers to:
*Gordon Rorke (b. 1938), Australian cricketer
*Hayden Rorke (1910–1987), American actor
*Joseph Rorke (b. 1832, d. unknown), Canadian businessman and politician from Ontario
*W.H. Rorke (fl. early 20th c.), American college football coach


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