About Duncan Gillis
Lived 1883 – 1963 (aged 80). Duncan Gillis was a Canadian athletics competitor and discus thrower.
Duncan Gillis (January 3, 1883 – May 2, 1963) was a Canadian athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. Gillis was the first to serve as Canada's flag bearer during the Olympic opening ceremonies.
Early life and career
Gillis was born in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and died in North Vancouver, British Columbia.
He competed for Canada in the 1912 Summer Olympics held in Stockholm, Sweden in the hammer throw where he won the silver medal with a best throw of 48.39 meters. He also participated in the discus throw event and finished 14th.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Duncan Gillis?
Canadian hammer and discus thrower (1883–1963)
When was Duncan Gillis born?
Duncan Gillis was born on 3 January 1883 in Mabou.
When did Duncan Gillis die?
Duncan Gillis died on 2 May 1963 in Vancouver.
What was Duncan Gillis's occupation?
Duncan Gillis was an athletics competitor and discus thrower.
What nationality was Duncan Gillis?
Duncan Gillis was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Duncan Gillis. https://biography.guide/duncan-gillis/
MLA: "Duncan Gillis." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/duncan-gillis/.
Chicago: "Duncan Gillis." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/duncan-gillis/.
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