About Dave Baillie
Lived 1928 – 1977 (aged 49). Dave Baillie was a Canadian athlete.
William David "Dave" Baillie (June 10, 1928 – November 25, 1977) was a Canadian weightlifter who is best known for earning the silver medal at the 1954 and 1958 Commonwealth Games in the superheavyweight category. Baillie competed at the 1952 Olympic Games finishing 5th and the 1956 and 1960 Olympic Games finishing in 6th place each time. He was born in Montreal, Quebec and died in Morin-Heights, Quebec.
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Who was Dave Baillie?
Canadian weightlifter
When was Dave Baillie born?
Dave Baillie was born on 10 June 1928.
When did Dave Baillie die?
Dave Baillie died on 25 November 1977.
What was Dave Baillie's occupation?
Dave Baillie was an athlete.
What nationality was Dave Baillie?
Dave Baillie was Canadian.
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