Edward Dyson
British sport sailor, competed in the Dragon event at the 1952 Summer Olympics
About Edward Dyson
Lived 1919 – 2020 (aged 100). Edward Dyson was a British sailor.
Edward Dyson MBE (10 October 1919 – 5 March 2020) was a British sailor. He competed in the Dragon event at the 1952 Summer Olympics.
Dyson served in the British Army with the Royal Artillery through World War II, was awarded the MBE in 1958, and retired with the rank of major in 1966.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Edward Dyson?
British sport sailor, competed in the Dragon event at the 1952 Summer Olympics
When was Edward Dyson born?
Edward Dyson was born on 10 October 1919 in Coimbatore.
When did Edward Dyson die?
Edward Dyson died on 5 March 2020 in Aldbourne.
What was Edward Dyson's occupation?
Edward Dyson was a sailor.
What nationality was Edward Dyson?
Edward Dyson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Edward Dyson (sailor)
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