About Robert Martins
Lived 1822 – 1904 (aged 81–82). Robert Martins was an athlete.
Robert Martins (26 February 1822 in Penryn, Cornwall – 1904 ) was a British draughts player who was World Checkers/Draughts Champion from 1859 to 1864. Although of English/Cornish origin, he spent much of his later life in Scotland. He was a noted rival of James Wyllie. Chambers's Journal physically described him as tall, pale-faced, and long-headed. While in personality they considered him courteous and cautious in expressing opinions on points of the game.
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Who was Robert Martins?
British draughts player
When was Robert Martins born?
Robert Martins was born on 26 February 1822.
When did Robert Martins die?
Robert Martins died in 1904.
What was Robert Martins's occupation?
Robert Martins was an athlete.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Martins. https://biography.guide/robert-martins/
MLA: "Robert Martins." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-martins/.
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