About John Dillon
Lived 1921 – 1988 (aged 67). John Dillon was a British sailor.
John Desmond Dillon (24 March 1921 in Westbourne – 17 October 1988 in Hampshire) was a British sailor. He won a silver medal in the 5.5 metre class at the 1956 Summer Olympics.
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Who was John Dillon?
British sailor
When was John Dillon born?
John Dillon was born on 24 March 1921 in Westbourne.
When did John Dillon die?
John Dillon died on 17 October 1988 in Gosport.
What was John Dillon's occupation?
John Dillon was a sailor.
What nationality was John Dillon?
John Dillon was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Dillon (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Dillon. https://biography.guide/john-dillon-sailor/
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