About Frederick Holmes
Lived 1886 – 1944 (aged 58). Frederick Holmes was a British athlete.
Frederick William Holmes (9 August 1886 – 9 November 1944) was a British tug of war competitor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. In 1920, he won the gold medal as a member of the British team, which was entirely composed of City of London Police officers.
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Who was Frederick Holmes?
British tug of war competitor (1886-1944)
When was Frederick Holmes born?
Frederick Holmes was born on 9 August 1886 in Cosford.
When did Frederick Holmes die?
Frederick Holmes died on 9 November 1944 in Smithfield.
What was Frederick Holmes's occupation?
Frederick Holmes was an athlete.
What nationality was Frederick Holmes?
Frederick Holmes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Frederick Holmes (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frederick Holmes. https://biography.guide/frederick-holmes/
MLA: "Frederick Holmes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frederick-holmes/.
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