About Robert Murray
Lived 1870 – 1948 (aged 78). Robert Murray was a British sport shooter.
Robert Cook Murray (18 February 1870 – 28 April 1948) was a Scottish sport shooter who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics.
In 1912, he won the gold medal with the British team in the 50 metre small-bore rifle competition. In the 25 metre small-bore rifle event he finished fifth, and in the 50 metre rifle, prone competition he finished sixth.
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Who was Robert Murray?
Sport shooter, born 1870 (1870–1948)
When was Robert Murray born?
Robert Murray was born on 18 February 1870 in Edinburgh.
When did Robert Murray die?
Robert Murray died on 28 April 1948 in Sale.
What was Robert Murray's occupation?
Robert Murray was a sport shooter.
What nationality was Robert Murray?
Robert Murray was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Murray (sport shooter)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Murray. https://biography.guide/robert-murray-sport-shooter/
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