John Marshall
Australian swimmer, Olympic silver medallist, former world record-holder
About John Marshall
Lived 1930 – 1957 (aged 26). John Marshall was an Australian swimmer.
John Birnie Marshall (29 March 1930 – 31 January 1957) was an Australian competitive swimmer of the 1940s and 1950s who won a silver medal in the 1500-metre and a bronze medal in the 400-metre freestyle at the 1948 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Marshall?
Australian swimmer, Olympic silver medallist, former world record-holder
When was John Marshall born?
John Marshall was born on 29 March 1930 in Sydney.
When did John Marshall die?
John Marshall died on 31 January 1957 in Melbourne.
What was John Marshall's occupation?
John Marshall was a swimmer.
What nationality was John Marshall?
John Marshall was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Marshall (swimmer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Marshall. https://biography.guide/john-marshall/
MLA: "John Marshall." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-marshall/.
Chicago: "John Marshall." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-marshall/.
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