About Edmund Cooke
Lived 1889 – 1958 (aged 68–69). Edmund Cooke was an Australian swimmer.
Edward Cooke was an Australian swimmer. He competed in two events at the London 1908 Summer Olympics. In 1909, after returning from London, he gave up competitive swimming to become a farmer in Karangi, New South Wales.
In addition to swimming, Cooke also participated in lifesaving competitions.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Edmund Cooke?
Australian swimmer
When was Edmund Cooke born?
Edmund Cooke was born in 1889.
When did Edmund Cooke die?
Edmund Cooke died on 25 November 1958.
What was Edmund Cooke's occupation?
Edmund Cooke was a swimmer.
What nationality was Edmund Cooke?
Edmund Cooke was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Edward Cooke (swimmer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edmund Cooke. https://biography.guide/edmund-cooke/
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