Arthur Rook
English equestrian
About Arthur Rook
Lived 1921 – 1989 (aged 68). Arthur Rook was a British event rider.
Arthur Laurence Rook (26 May 1921 – 30 September 1989) was an English equestrian and Olympic champion. He won a team gold medal in eventing at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Stockholm for United Kingdom. He became European champion in 1953.
Rook was an officer in the British army, the Royal Horse Guards, and served in Egypt and Italy during the Second World War. He received the Military Cross in 1944.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Rook?
English equestrian
When was Arthur Rook born?
Arthur Rook was born on 26 May 1921 in Nottinghamshire.
When did Arthur Rook die?
Arthur Rook died on 30 September 1989 in London Borough of Southwark.
What was Arthur Rook's occupation?
Arthur Rook was an event rider.
What nationality was Arthur Rook?
Arthur Rook was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Rook (equestrian)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Rook. https://biography.guide/arthur-rook-event-rider/
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