About John Gilby
Lived 1900 – 1985 (aged 84). John Gilby was a New Zealand rower.
Rowing A member of the Canterbury Rowing Club, He was a member of the men's eight that won the silver medal,
Death Gilby died on 8 June 1985, and was buried at Hautapu Cemetery, Cambridge.
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Who was John Gilby?
New Zealand rower
When was John Gilby born?
John Gilby was born on 13 December 1900.
When did John Gilby die?
John Gilby died on 8 June 1985.
What was John Gilby's occupation?
John Gilby was a rower.
What nationality was John Gilby?
John Gilby was New Zealand.
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