About Gordon Adam
Lived 1915 – 1992 (aged 76). Gordon Adam was an American rower.
Gordon Belgum Adam (May 26, 1915 – March 27, 1992) was an American rower who won Olympic gold at the 1936 Summer Olympics.
Born in Seattle and raised on a dairy farm in Everson, Washington, Adam took up rowing at the University of Washington. He rowed in UW senior varsity eights which won US national Intercollegiate Rowing Association titles in 1936 and 1937.
A mechanical engineering graduate, Adam had a 38-year career working for Boeing.
He died in Laguna Hills, California at age 76.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gordon Adam?
American rower (1915–1992)
When was Gordon Adam born?
Gordon Adam was born on 26 May 1915 in Seattle.
When did Gordon Adam die?
Gordon Adam died on 27 March 1992 in Laguna Hills.
What was Gordon Adam's occupation?
Gordon Adam was a rower.
What nationality was Gordon Adam?
Gordon Adam was American.
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