About Rosella Thorne
Lived 1930 – 2022 (aged 91). Rosella Thorne was a Canadian sprinter, hurdler, long jumper and high jumper.
Rosella Thorne (11 December 1930 – 16 April 2022) was a Canadian sprinter. She competed in the women's 100 metres at the 1952 Summer Olympics.
Thorne later moved to California in the United States, where she worked as a maths instructor at Merced College.
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Who was Rosella Thorne?
Canadian athlete
When was Rosella Thorne born?
Rosella Thorne was born on 11 December 1930 in Montreal.
When did Rosella Thorne die?
Rosella Thorne died on 16 April 2022 in Merced.
What was Rosella Thorne's occupation?
Rosella Thorne was a sprinter, hurdler, long jumper and high jumper.
What nationality was Rosella Thorne?
Rosella Thorne was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rosella Thorne. https://biography.guide/rosella-thorne/
MLA: "Rosella Thorne." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rosella-thorne/.
Chicago: "Rosella Thorne." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rosella-thorne/.
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