About Ernest J. Capell
Lived 1912 – 1995 (aged 82–83). Ernest J. Capell was a British sport cyclist.
Ernest James "Tubby" Capell (July 1912 – April 1995) was an English amateur cyclist who in 1934 won the British Best All-Rounder competition, by dominating all of the qualifying events - 50 mile, 100 mile and 12 hours. His achievements were further celebrated in 1935 when Cycling Weekly awarded him his own page in the Golden Book of Cycling.
Cycle touring Capell was also a photographer. Many of his photographs appeared in English cycling magazines during the 1930s and 1940s.
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Who was Ernest J. Capell?
British cyclist
When was Ernest J. Capell born?
Ernest J. Capell was born in 1912.
When did Ernest J. Capell die?
Ernest J. Capell died in 1995.
What was Ernest J. Capell's occupation?
Ernest J. Capell was a sport cyclist.
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Ernest J. Capell was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ernest J. Capell. https://biography.guide/ernest-j-capell/
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