About Edward Holmes
Lived 1880 – 1924 (aged 43). Edward Holmes was a British architect and field hockey player.
Edward Peter Cowan Holmes (25 April 1880 – 24 April 1924) was an Irish field hockey player who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. In 1908 he represented the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland as a member of the Irish national team, which won the silver medal. He was born in Carrickfergus.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Edward Holmes?
field hockey player
When was Edward Holmes born?
Edward Holmes was born on 25 April 1880 in Carrickfergus.
When did Edward Holmes die?
Edward Holmes died on 24 April 1924 in Bangor.
What was Edward Holmes's occupation?
Edward Holmes was an architect and field hockey player.
What nationality was Edward Holmes?
Edward Holmes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Edward Holmes (field hockey)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edward Holmes. https://biography.guide/edward-holmes-architect/
MLA: "Edward Holmes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edward-holmes-architect/.
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