About Marguerite Wilson
Lived 1918 – 1972 (aged 53–54). Marguerite Wilson was a British sport cyclist.
Marguerite Wilson (1918–1972) was a record-breaking cyclist from Bournemouth. In 1939 she broke the Land's End to John o' Groats and records. When World War II stopped her efforts in 1941 she held every Women's Road Records Association (R.R.A.) bicycle record. and received the Bidlake Memorial Prize. She broke three records riding as an amateur in 1938. including the Frederick Thomas Bidlake Memorial Plaque for her End-to-End record.
1936 1936-07-26, 10 Mile Solo Record – 28 min 54 s
On 30 April 1947 her achievements were celebrated in the Golden Book of Cycling.
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Who was Marguerite Wilson?
English racing cyclist (1918-1972)
When was Marguerite Wilson born?
Marguerite Wilson was born on 4 March 1918.
When did Marguerite Wilson die?
Marguerite Wilson died in 1972.
What was Marguerite Wilson's occupation?
Marguerite Wilson was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Marguerite Wilson?
Marguerite Wilson was British.
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