About Herbert Williams
Lived 1908 – 1990 (aged 81). Herbert Williams was an American sailor.
Herbert Philip Williams (July 24, 1908 – January 10, 1990) was an American sailor and Olympic champion. He competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, where he received a gold medal in the star class with the boat Kathleen, together with Lawrence Low.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herbert Williams?
American sailor
When was Herbert Williams born?
Herbert Williams was born on 24 July 1908 in Hove.
When did Herbert Williams die?
Herbert Williams died on 10 January 1990 in Michigan.
What was Herbert Williams's occupation?
Herbert Williams was a sailor.
What nationality was Herbert Williams?
Herbert Williams was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Herbert Williams (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herbert Williams. https://biography.guide/herbert-williams/
MLA: "Herbert Williams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herbert-williams/.
Chicago: "Herbert Williams." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/herbert-williams/.
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