About George Cooke
Lived 1906 – 1941 (aged 35). George Cooke was a New Zealand rower.
George Campbell Cooke (17 March 1906 – 23 May 1941) was a New Zealand rower who competed in the 1932 Summer Olympics. He was a member of the New Zealand boat which was eliminated in the repêchage of the eight competition.
Cooke was born in Blenheim. He was killed in action during World War II at Servia, Greece.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Cooke?
New Zealand rower (1906-1941)
When was George Cooke born?
George Cooke was born on 17 March 1906 in Blenheim.
When did George Cooke die?
George Cooke died on 23 May 1941 in Servia.
What was George Cooke's occupation?
George Cooke was a rower.
What nationality was George Cooke?
George Cooke was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Cooke (rower)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Cooke. https://biography.guide/george-cooke-rower/
MLA: "George Cooke." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-cooke-rower/.
Chicago: "George Cooke." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-cooke-rower/.
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