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David Bowker

1922 – 2020

British sailor and yacht racer

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About David Bowker

Lived 1922 – 2020 (aged 98). David Bowker was a British skipper.

David Graham Bowker (15 March 1922 – 18 March 2020) was a British sailor. He won a silver medal in the 5.5 metre class at the 1956 Summer Olympics. Born the third of five children in Salford, he was a bomber pilot in the Second World War before going on to start a yacht-building business in Bosham with his older brother Robin.

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David Graham Bowker

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Bowker?

British sailor and yacht racer

When was David Bowker born?

David Bowker was born on 15 March 1922 in Salford.

When did David Bowker die?

David Bowker died on 18 March 2020.

What was David Bowker's occupation?

David Bowker was a skipper.

What nationality was David Bowker?

David Bowker was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Bowker

· Wikidata: Q16089647

· DBpedia: David Bowker (sailor)

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