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James Page

1900 – 1977

British rower

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Lived 1900 – 1977 (aged 77). James Page was a British rower.

James Houghton Page OBE TD (14 January 1900 – 16 December 1977) was a British rower who was secretary of the Amateur Rowing Association from 1952 to 1972.

Life Page was born on 14 January 1900 in Lambeth, London. He went to school at Dulwich College, where he was captain of shooting, before attending Jesus College, Oxford, where he was captain of the boat club. He was a master at St Paul's School from 1926 to 1963, where he was a rowing coach. He maintained links with Oxford, successfully coaching Oriel College from their position in 21st place in 1928 to become Head of the River between 1933 and 1936. He also coached Oxford and Cambridge Boat Clubs at various times. He was captain of Thames Rowing Club in 1934 and in 1947–48. In 1952, he became honorary secretary of the Amateur Rowing Association (secretary from 1963 onwards), retiring in 1972. He was elected as Master of the Broderers' Company in 1960, a steward of the Henley Royal Regatta in 1962, and Master of the Fletchers' Company in 1971.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Education
Jesus College, Dulwich College
Awards
Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Also known as
James Houghton Page

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Page?

British rower (1900–1977)

When was James Page born?

James Page was born on 14 January 1900 in London Borough of Lambeth.

When did James Page die?

James Page died on 16 December 1977.

What was James Page's occupation?

James Page was a rower.

What nationality was James Page?

James Page was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Page

· Wikidata: Q6140867

· DBpedia: James Page (rower)

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