About Robert Gentleman
Lived 1923 – 2005 (aged 81–82). Robert Gentleman was a British swimmer and water polo player.
Robert Forbes Gentleman (28 August 1923 – 21 October 2005) was a British water polo player who competed in the 1948 Summer Olympics. He was part of the British team which was eliminated in the first round of the 1948 tournament. He played both matches. His son Allan Gentleman was five times World Masters Swimming Champion.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Gentleman?
British water polo player
When was Robert Gentleman born?
Robert Gentleman was born on 28 August 1923 in Motherwell.
When did Robert Gentleman die?
Robert Gentleman died in 2005 in Chester.
What was Robert Gentleman's occupation?
Robert Gentleman was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Robert Gentleman?
Robert Gentleman was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Gentleman (water polo)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Gentleman. https://biography.guide/robert-gentleman/
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