About James Anwin
Lived 1867 – 1956 (aged 89). James Anwin was an Australian jockey.
John Anwin (5 June 1867 in Collingwood, Victoria – 13 August 1956 in Caulfield, Victoria) was an Australian jockey who was best known for riding Bravo to victory in the 1889 Melbourne Cup. Jack and his two brothers, Sam and George, were notable for taking the first three places in two races on 18 July 1903 in Boulder, Western Australia. He is buried in Springvale, Victoria.
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Who was James Anwin?
Australian jockey
When was James Anwin born?
James Anwin was born on 5 June 1867 in Collingwood.
When did James Anwin die?
James Anwin died on 13 August 1956 in Caulfield, Victoria.
What was James Anwin's occupation?
James Anwin was a jockey.
What nationality was James Anwin?
James Anwin was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Anwin. https://biography.guide/james-anwin/
MLA: "James Anwin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-anwin/.
Chicago: "James Anwin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-anwin/.
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