About Frederick Merriman
Lived 1873 – 1940 (aged 67). Frederick Merriman was a British athlete.
The 1908 City of London Police team that won the gold medal in 1908. (Back row – left to right): Frederick Merriman, John James Shepherd, Edwin Mills, Albert Ireton, Frederick Goodfellow, Frederick Humphreys(Front row – left to right): Edward Barrett, Henry Duke (Captain), William Hirons
Frederick Harris Merriman (18 May 1873 – 27 June 1940) was a British tug of war competitor who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. He was part of the British team, which won the gold medal in the tug of war competition.
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Who was Frederick Merriman?
British tug of war competitor (1873–1940)
When was Frederick Merriman born?
Frederick Merriman was born on 18 May 1873 in Chipping Campden.
When did Frederick Merriman die?
Frederick Merriman died on 27 June 1940 in Gloucester.
What was Frederick Merriman's occupation?
Frederick Merriman was an athlete.
What nationality was Frederick Merriman?
Frederick Merriman was British.
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· Wikipedia: Frederick Merriman
· DBpedia: Frederick Merriman (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frederick Merriman. https://biography.guide/frederick-merriman/
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