George Williams (YMCA) place was the YMCA, which he founded on 6 June 1844. It promoted Muscular Christianity. One of the earliest converts and contributors to the new association was George's employer, George Hitchcock. It also provided a safe place for young men and women. Williams was knighted by Queen Victoria in her 1894 Birthday Honours. After his death in 1905, he was commemorated by a stained-glass window in the nave of Westminster Abbey. Sir George Williams is buried in St Paul's Cathedral. Sir George Williams University in Montreal, which was founded by the YMCA, was named in commemoration of Williams; it was
George Williams (rugby league) George Williams (rugby league) George Williams (born 31 October 1994) is an English professional rugby league footballer who plays for the Wigan Warriors in the European Super League, and the England national team. He primarily plays as a stand-off. Williams made his senior début for the Wigan Warriors in 2013. He was awarded the Super League Young Player of the Year award in 2015, and helped the team win the 2016 Super League Grand Final, and the 2017 World Club Challenge. Williams made his international début for England in 2015, and represented his country at the 2017 World Cup. Williams