About Basil Williams
Lived 1891 – 1951 (aged 59–60). Basil Williams was a British figure skater.
Basil Williams (11 March 1891 – 1951) was a British single skater and pair skater. With partner Phyllis Johnson, he won the bronze medal at the 1920 Summer Olympics. Before teaming up with Johnson, he competed with Enid Harrison. They placed 6th at the 1912 World Figure Skating Championships. He also competed as a single skater at the 1920 Olympics, placing 7th.
Results (with Phyllis Johnson) Event 1920 Winter Olympic Games 3rd
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Who was Basil Williams?
figure skater
When was Basil Williams born?
Basil Williams was born on 11 March 1891 in Buenos Aires.
When did Basil Williams die?
Basil Williams died in 1951 in Surrey.
What was Basil Williams's occupation?
Basil Williams was a figure skater.
What nationality was Basil Williams?
Basil Williams was British.
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· DBpedia: Basil Williams (figure skater)
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