About Leslie Savage
Lived 1897 – 1979 (aged 82). Leslie Savage was a British swimmer.
Leslie Savage (16 March 1897 – 26 August 1979) was a British freestyle swimmer who competed at the 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics. In 1920, he won a bronze medal as a member of the British team in the men's 4×200-metre relay. He competed in the semifinal of the 100-metre freestyle. In 1924, he swam the final leg in the first qualifying heat of the 4×200-metre relay event as a member of the British team but was later replaced by John Thomson in the semifinal and final. The British team finished in fifth place.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Leslie Savage?
British swimmer, Olympic bronze medalist
When was Leslie Savage born?
Leslie Savage was born on 16 March 1897 in Sutton.
When did Leslie Savage die?
Leslie Savage died on 26 August 1979 in Worthing.
What was Leslie Savage's occupation?
Leslie Savage was a swimmer.
What nationality was Leslie Savage?
Leslie Savage was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leslie Savage. https://biography.guide/leslie-savage/
MLA: "Leslie Savage." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leslie-savage/.
Chicago: "Leslie Savage." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/leslie-savage/.
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