About Edwin Jacob
Lived 1878 – 1964 (aged 86). Edwin Jacob was a British skipper and sailor.
Edwin Ellis Jacob (10 April 1878 – 3 December 1964) was a British sailor who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics. He was born in Kensington. In 1924 he won the silver medal as crew member of the British boat Emily in the 8 metre class event.
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Who was Edwin Jacob?
Birtish Olympic sailor
When was Edwin Jacob born?
Edwin Jacob was born on 10 April 1878 in Kensington.
When did Edwin Jacob die?
Edwin Jacob died on 3 December 1964.
What was Edwin Jacob's occupation?
Edwin Jacob was a skipper and sailor.
What nationality was Edwin Jacob?
Edwin Jacob was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edwin Jacob. https://biography.guide/edwin-jacob-skipper/
MLA: "Edwin Jacob." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edwin-jacob-skipper/.
Chicago: "Edwin Jacob." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/edwin-jacob-skipper/.
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