About Norman Hamilton
Lived 1913 – 1986 (aged 72). Norman Hamilton was a swimmer.
Norman Hamilton (5 June 1913 – 25 Januury 1986) was a Scottish competitive swimmer and breaststroke specialist who represented Scotland and won a gold medal at the 1934 British Empire Games (now Commonwealth Games).
Biography Hamilton was a member of the Western Baths club and was the Scottish champion and record holder over 200 yards breaststroke.
He represented the Scottish team and won a gold and silver medal in the swimming events at the 1934 British Empire Games.
In November 1934 he reduced his 200 yards record even further with a time of 2 minutes 37, 4/5sec.
Family His sister Margot Hamilton swam at the 1934 and 1938 British Empire Games, winning two medals.
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Who was Norman Hamilton?
British swimmer (1913–1986)
When was Norman Hamilton born?
Norman Hamilton was born on 5 June 1913.
When did Norman Hamilton die?
Norman Hamilton died on 25 January 1986.
What was Norman Hamilton's occupation?
Norman Hamilton was a swimmer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Norman Hamilton (swimmer)
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