About Peggy McCarthy
Born 1956. Peggy McCarthy is an American rower.
Margaret Ann "Peggy" McCarthy (born March 1, 1956), is an American rower.
Olympian She competed in the 1976 Summer Olympics and was a crew member of the American boat which won the bronze medal in the eights event. She qualified for the 1980 U.S. Olympic team but was unable to compete due to the 1980 Summer Olympics boycott. McCarthy did however receive one of 461 Congressional Gold Medals created especially for the spurned athletes.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Peggy McCarthy?
American rower
When was Peggy McCarthy born?
Peggy McCarthy was born on 1 March 1956 in Urbana.
What is Peggy McCarthy's occupation?
Peggy McCarthy is a rower.
What nationality is Peggy McCarthy?
Peggy McCarthy is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peggy McCarthy (rower)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peggy McCarthy. https://biography.guide/peggy-mccarthy-rower/
MLA: "Peggy McCarthy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/peggy-mccarthy-rower/.
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