About James O'Rourke
Lived 1915 – 1983 (aged 68). James O'Rourke was an American canoeist.
James Jerome O'Rourke (May 4, 1915 – November 21, 1983) was an American canoeist who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. He was born and died in Yonkers, New York. He was the father of James O'Rourke, Jr.
In 1936 he and his partner John Lysak finished seventh in the folding K-2 10000 m event.
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Who was James O'Rourke?
American canoeist (1915-1983)
When was James O'Rourke born?
James O'Rourke was born on 4 May 1915.
When did James O'Rourke die?
James O'Rourke died on 21 November 1983.
What was James O'Rourke's occupation?
James O'Rourke was a canoeist.
What nationality was James O'Rourke?
James O'Rourke was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James O'Rourke (canoeist)
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