About Charles Baillie
Lived 1902 – 1987 (aged 85). Charles Baillie was a British swimmer and police officer.
Charles William Kennett Baillie (4 September 1902 – 5 October 1987) was a British swimmer. He competed in the men's 100 metre freestyle event at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
Baillie was the son of an Edinburgh baths attendant and was also a club water polo player. He was a police officer, working for the police forces in Edinburgh and Oldham.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Baillie?
British swimmer
When was Charles Baillie born?
Charles Baillie was born on 31 July 1902 in Edinburgh.
When did Charles Baillie die?
Charles Baillie died on 5 October 1987 in Edinburgh.
What was Charles Baillie's occupation?
Charles Baillie was a swimmer and police officer.
What nationality was Charles Baillie?
Charles Baillie was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Baillie (swimmer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Baillie. https://biography.guide/charles-baillie-swimmer/
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