About James Clarke
Lived 1874 – 1929 (aged 55). James Clarke was a British athlete.
James Michael Clarke (6 October 1874 – 29 December 1929) was an Irish tug of war competitor who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics.
He was from Bohola in county Mayo and was a cousin of Martin Sheridan and competed against his cousin during the Tug of War event at the 1908 London Olympics, in which he won the silver medal as member of the British team Liverpool Police.
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Who was James Clarke?
British tug of war competitor (1874-1929)
When was James Clarke born?
James Clarke was born on 6 October 1874 in County Mayo.
When did James Clarke die?
James Clarke died on 29 December 1929.
What was James Clarke's occupation?
James Clarke was an athlete.
What nationality was James Clarke?
James Clarke was British.
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· DBpedia: James Clarke (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Clarke. https://biography.guide/james-clarke-athlete/
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