About James Welsh
Lived 1931 – 1963 (aged 32). James Welsh was an American rower.
James Carter Welsh (May 8, 1931 – December 23, 1963) was an American rower. He competed in the men's coxless four event at the 1952 Summer Olympics.
Personal life Welsh graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1953 and rose to the rank of captain. On December 23, 1963, he died of injuries sustained in the crash of a U-6A Beaver.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Welsh?
American rower
When was James Welsh born?
James Welsh was born on 8 May 1931 in Harvey.
When did James Welsh die?
James Welsh died on 23 December 1963 in Clark Air Base.
What was James Welsh's occupation?
James Welsh was a rower.
What nationality was James Welsh?
James Welsh was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Welsh (rower)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Welsh. https://biography.guide/james-welsh-rower/
MLA: "James Welsh." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-welsh-rower/.
Chicago: "James Welsh." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-welsh-rower/.
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