About John Martin
Lived 1868 – 1951 (aged 83). John Martin was a British sport shooter.
John Martin (17 May 1868 – 27 June 1951) was a British sports shooter. He competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics winning a silver medal in the team military rifle event.
His brother Alex Martin represented Canada at the same Olympics, and his son Alexander Martin competed for Great Britain at the 1924 Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Martin?
(1868-1951) sport shooter
When was John Martin born?
John Martin was born on 17 May 1868 in Glasgow.
When did John Martin die?
John Martin died on 27 June 1951.
What was John Martin's occupation?
John Martin was a sport shooter.
What nationality was John Martin?
John Martin was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Martin (sport shooter)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Martin. https://biography.guide/john-martin-sport-shooter/
MLA: "John Martin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-martin-sport-shooter/.
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