About John Harris
Born 1938. John Harris is a British canoeist and pedagogue.
John Harris (born 28 May 1938) is a British canoe sprinter who competed in the early 1960s. He was eliminated in the repechages of the K-2 1000 m event at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome.
After his career as a canoeist, John Harris attended Birmingham University where he qualified as a doctor. He practiced as a GP for many years before retiring in his 70s. Dr John Harris married and had 3 children.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Harris?
canoeist from the United Kingdom
When was John Harris born?
John Harris was born on 28 May 1938.
What is John Harris's occupation?
John Harris is a canoeist and pedagogue.
What nationality is John Harris?
John Harris is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Harris (canoeist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Harris. https://biography.guide/john-harris-canoeist/
MLA: "John Harris." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-harris-canoeist/.
Chicago: "John Harris." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-harris-canoeist/.
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