Gordon Kerr
Canadian swimmer, Olympic athlete, British Empire Games silver medallist
About Gordon Kerr
Lived 1917 – 2009 (aged 91). Gordon Kerr was a Canadian swimmer.
Gordon Maxfield Kerr (October 4, 1917 – March 31, 2009) was a Canadian backstroke swimmer who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin. He advanced to the semi-finals of the 100-metre backstroke, but did not qualify for the final. He finished tenth overall.
At the 1938 British Empire Games in Sydney, he won the silver medal in the 100-yard backstroke competition. He was also a member of the Canadian team which won the silver medal in the 3×110-yard medley relay.
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Who was Gordon Kerr?
Canadian swimmer, Olympic athlete, British Empire Games silver medallist (1917-2009)
When was Gordon Kerr born?
Gordon Kerr was born on 4 October 1917 in Burlington.
When did Gordon Kerr die?
Gordon Kerr died on 31 March 2009 in Selwyn.
What was Gordon Kerr's occupation?
Gordon Kerr was a swimmer.
What nationality was Gordon Kerr?
Gordon Kerr was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: Gordon Kerr (swimmer)
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