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Ken Lester

b. 1947

British rower

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About Ken Lester

Born 1947. Ken Lester is a British rower.

Ken Lester (born 9 April 1947) is a British rower and cox. He competed in the men's coxed pair event at the 1960 Summer Olympics as the cox at the age of 13, and is Britain's youngest male Olympian.

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Important facts

Born
9 April 1947, Didcot
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rower
Nationality
United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ken Lester?

British rower

When was Ken Lester born?

Ken Lester was born on 9 April 1947 in Didcot.

What is Ken Lester's occupation?

Ken Lester is a rower.

What nationality is Ken Lester?

Ken Lester is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ken Lester

· Wikidata: Q56065660

· DBpedia: Ken Lester

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