Norman Wainwright
British swimmer, Olympic athlete, British Empire Games gold medallist
About Norman Wainwright
Lived 1914 – 2000 (aged 85). Norman Wainwright was a British swimmer.
Norman Wainwright (4 July 1914 – 2 May 2000) was an English freestyle and backstroke swimmer who competed for Great Britain in the 1932 Summer Olympics, in the 1936 Summer Olympics, and in the 1948 Summer Olympics.
Biography Wainwright was born in Stoke-on-Trent, England. He also won a silver medal in the 440 yards event and a bronze medal in the 1500 yards competition.
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Who was Norman Wainwright?
British swimmer, Olympic athlete, British Empire Games gold medallist
When was Norman Wainwright born?
Norman Wainwright was born on 4 July 1914 in Stoke-on-Trent.
When did Norman Wainwright die?
Norman Wainwright died on 2 May 2000 in Stoke-on-Trent.
What was Norman Wainwright's occupation?
Norman Wainwright was a swimmer.
What nationality was Norman Wainwright?
Norman Wainwright was British.
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