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Frederick B. Thurber

1883 – 1971

American sailor

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About Frederick B. Thurber

Lived 1883 – 1971 (aged 87–88). Frederick B. Thurber was an American sailor.

Frederick Butler Thurber (1883 – 1971) was a sailing champion. The Frederick B. Thurber Invitational Trophy Race is named for him. He, Theodore R. Goodwin and Thomas Fleming Day sailed the Atlantic Ocean in the Sea Bird.

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Important facts

Born
1883
Birth century
19th century
Died
1971
Occupation
Sailor
Nationality
United States
Also known as
Frederick Butler Thurber

People in Frederick B. Thurber's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Frederick Butler
1873 – 1961
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Thomas Fleming
1927 – 2017
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Thomas Fleming Day
1861 – 1927
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frederick B. Thurber?

American sailor

When was Frederick B. Thurber born?

Frederick B. Thurber was born in 1883.

When did Frederick B. Thurber die?

Frederick B. Thurber died in 1971.

What was Frederick B. Thurber's occupation?

Frederick B. Thurber was a sailor.

What nationality was Frederick B. Thurber?

Frederick B. Thurber was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frederick B. Thurber

· Wikidata: Q5497317

· DBpedia: Frederick B. Thurber

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