About Nelson Lincoln
Lived 1914 – 2000 (aged 85). Nelson Lincoln was an American sport shooter.
Nelson Hayford Lincoln (April 20, 1914 – March 7, 2000) was an American sports shooter. He competed in the 50 metre pistol event at the 1960 Summer Olympics. Lincoln won two gold medals at the 1959 Pan American Games, and also won silver and bronze at the 1958 ISSF World Shooting Championships.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Nelson Lincoln?
American sports shooter
When was Nelson Lincoln born?
Nelson Lincoln was born on 20 April 1914 in Medford.
When did Nelson Lincoln die?
Nelson Lincoln died on 7 March 2000 in Glendale.
What was Nelson Lincoln's occupation?
Nelson Lincoln was a sport shooter.
What nationality was Nelson Lincoln?
Nelson Lincoln was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nelson Lincoln. https://biography.guide/nelson-lincoln/
MLA: "Nelson Lincoln." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nelson-lincoln/.
Chicago: "Nelson Lincoln." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/nelson-lincoln/.
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