About David Smith
Lived 1925 – 2014 (aged 88). David Smith was an American sailor.
David James "Dave" Smith (October 31, 1925 – March 8, 2014) was an American sailor and Olympic champion. He competed at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome and won a gold medal in the 5.5-meter class with the boat Minotaur. Smith was born in Salem, Massachusetts, and died in Peabody, Massachusetts.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Smith?
American sailor, born 1925
When was David Smith born?
David Smith was born on 31 October 1925 in Salem.
When did David Smith die?
David Smith died on 8 March 2014 in Peabody.
What was David Smith's occupation?
David Smith was a sailor.
What nationality was David Smith?
David Smith was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Smith (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Smith. https://biography.guide/david-smith-sailor/
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Chicago: "David Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/david-smith-sailor/.
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