About John Exley
Lived 1867 – 1938 (aged 71). John Exley was an American rower.
John Onins Exley Jr. (May 23, 1867 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – July 27, 1938 in Milford, Delaware) was an American rower, born in Philadelphia, who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics and in the 1904 Summer Olympics.
In 1900, he was part of the American boat Vesper Boat Club, which won the gold medal in the men's eight. Four years later, he won his second gold medal in the men's eight.
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Who was John Exley?
American rower (1867–1938)
When was John Exley born?
John Exley was born on 23 May 1867 in Philadelphia.
When did John Exley die?
John Exley died on 27 July 1938 in Milford.
What was John Exley's occupation?
John Exley was a rower.
What nationality was John Exley?
John Exley was American.
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