Ernest Hamilton
Canadian lacrosse player
About Ernest Hamilton
Lived 1883 – 1964 (aged 81). Ernest Hamilton was a Canadian lacrosse player, known for Lacrosse.
Ernest Samuel Hamilton (April 17, 1883 – December 19, 1964) was a lacrosse player who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. He was part of the Canadian team which won the gold medal. He was the father of politician William McLean Hamilton.
On a club level, Hamilton represented the Montreal Lacrosse Club.
Hamilton was also involved with ice hockey, and in April 1909, he was elected president of the Montreal Hockey Club of the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ernest Hamilton?
Canadian lacrosse player (1883–1964)
When was Ernest Hamilton born?
Ernest Hamilton was born on 17 April 1883 in Montreal.
When did Ernest Hamilton die?
Ernest Hamilton died on 19 December 1964 in Quebec.
What was Ernest Hamilton's occupation?
Ernest Hamilton was a lacrosse player.
What was Ernest Hamilton known for?
Ernest Hamilton was known for Lacrosse.
What nationality was Ernest Hamilton?
Ernest Hamilton was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ernest Hamilton (lacrosse)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ernest Hamilton. https://biography.guide/ernest-hamilton/
MLA: "Ernest Hamilton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ernest-hamilton/.
Chicago: "Ernest Hamilton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ernest-hamilton/.
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