About Douglas Buxton
Lived 1917 – 1984 (aged 66–67). Douglas Buxton was an Australian sailor.
Douglas Raymond Buxton (12 February 1917 – 4 July 1984) was an Australian competitive sailor and Olympic medalist. He won a bronze medal in the 5.5 Metre class at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Douglas Buxton?
Australian sailor (1917–1984)
When was Douglas Buxton born?
Douglas Buxton was born on 12 February 1917 in Melbourne.
When did Douglas Buxton die?
Douglas Buxton died in 1984 in Melbourne.
What was Douglas Buxton's occupation?
Douglas Buxton was a sailor.
What nationality was Douglas Buxton?
Douglas Buxton was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Douglas Buxton. https://biography.guide/douglas-buxton/
MLA: "Douglas Buxton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/douglas-buxton/.
Chicago: "Douglas Buxton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/douglas-buxton/.
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