About John Blake
Lived 1874 – 1950 (aged 76). John Blake was a British fencer and politician.
Olympic events
1908 Summer Olympics in London
Fencing – Épée, individual
1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm
Fencing – Épée, individual
Fencing – Épée, team – Silver medal
1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp
Fencing – Épée, individual
Fencing – Épée, team
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Blake?
British fencer (1874–1950)
When was John Blake born?
John Blake was born on 13 November 1874 in Shoreditch.
When did John Blake die?
John Blake died on 19 December 1950 in Kensington.
What was John Blake's occupation?
John Blake was a fencer and politician.
What nationality was John Blake?
John Blake was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Blake. https://biography.guide/john-blake-fencer/
MLA: "John Blake." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-blake-fencer/.
Chicago: "John Blake." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-blake-fencer/.
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