About Peter Mathieson
Lived 1914 – 1986 (aged 71). Peter Mathieson was a New Zealand swimmer.
Peter Emil Thomas Mathieson (né Schwartz; 1 December 1914 – 12 October 1986) was a New Zealand swimmer who won a bronze medal representing his country at the 1950 British Empire Games.
At the 1950 British Empire Games he won the bronze medal as part of the men's 330 yards medley relay. His teammates for the relay were Lyall Barry and John Shanahan. He also competed in the men's 100 yards backstroke where he placed 4th.
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Who was Peter Mathieson?
New Zealand swimmer
When was Peter Mathieson born?
Peter Mathieson was born on 1 December 1914 in New Plymouth.
When did Peter Mathieson die?
Peter Mathieson died on 12 October 1986 in Queensland.
What was Peter Mathieson's occupation?
Peter Mathieson was a swimmer.
What nationality was Peter Mathieson?
Peter Mathieson was New Zealand.
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· DBpedia: Peter Mathieson (swimmer)
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