About Harold Annison
Lived 1895 – 1957 (aged 61). Harold Annison was a British swimmer and water polo player.
Harold Edward Annison (27 December 1895 – 27 November 1957) was an English competitive swimmer, water polo player, and Olympic medallist who represented Great Britain in international competition.
He competed in the 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics. In the 1920 Antwerp Olympics he won a bronze medal in the men's 4×200-metre freestyle relay, and was fourth in his first heat of the 100-metre freestyle event, fifth in the semifinal of 400-metre freestyle event, and third in the semifinal of 1500-metre freestyle event, but did not advance in any event.
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Who was Harold Annison?
British swimmer (1895–1957)
When was Harold Annison born?
Harold Annison was born on 27 December 1895 in London Borough of Hackney.
When did Harold Annison die?
Harold Annison died on 27 November 1957 in Lancing.
What was Harold Annison's occupation?
Harold Annison was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Harold Annison?
Harold Annison was British.
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