About Francis Irvine
Lived 1899 – 1969 (aged 70). Francis Irvine was a South African athlete and athletics competitor.
Francis Irvine (16 March 1899 – 16 December 1969) was a South African sprinter. He competed in the men's 200 metres at the 1920 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Francis Irvine?
South African sprinter (1899-1969)
When was Francis Irvine born?
Francis Irvine was born on 16 March 1899 in Johannesburg.
When did Francis Irvine die?
Francis Irvine died on 16 December 1969.
What was Francis Irvine's occupation?
Francis Irvine was an athlete and athletics competitor.
What nationality was Francis Irvine?
Francis Irvine was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Francis Irvine. https://biography.guide/francis-irvine/
MLA: "Francis Irvine." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/francis-irvine/.
Chicago: "Francis Irvine." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/francis-irvine/.
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