About James Hunt
Born 1936. James Hunt is an American sailor.
James Hawley Hunt (born July 25, 1936) is an American sailor and Olympic Champion. He competed at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome and won a gold medal in the 5.5 metre class, with the boat Minotaur, designed by his father, C. Raymond Hunt.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is James Hunt?
sailor
When was James Hunt born?
James Hunt was born on 25 July 1936 in Boston.
What is James Hunt's occupation?
James Hunt is a sailor.
What nationality is James Hunt?
James Hunt is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Hunt (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Hunt. https://biography.guide/james-hunt-sailor/
MLA: "James Hunt." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-hunt-sailor/.
Chicago: "James Hunt." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-hunt-sailor/.
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