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Donald Johnston

1899 – 1984

American rower

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About Donald Johnston

Lived 1899 – 1984 (aged 84). Donald Johnston was an American rower.

Donald Henrie Johnston (September 30, 1899 – August 4, 1984) was an American rower who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He died in Arlington, Virginia.

In 1920, he was part of the American boat from the United States Naval Academy (USNA), which won the gold medal in the men's eight. He graduated from USNA in 1922.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
United States Naval Academy
Also known as
Donald Hendrik Johnston, Don Johnston, Donald Henrie Johnston

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Donald Johnston's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Donald Johnston?

American rower (1899-1984)

When was Donald Johnston born?

Donald Johnston was born on 30 September 1899 in Albany.

When did Donald Johnston die?

Donald Johnston died on 4 August 1984 in Arlington County.

What was Donald Johnston's occupation?

Donald Johnston was a rower.

What nationality was Donald Johnston?

Donald Johnston was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Donald Johnston

· Wikidata: Q3445470

· DBpedia: Donald Johnston (rower)

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