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Thomas Riggs

1903 – 1976

Olympic sailor

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About Thomas Riggs

Lived 1903 – 1976 (aged 72). Thomas Riggs was a British sailor.

Thomas Cooper Riggs (22 May 1903 – 5 February 1976) was a sailor from Great Britain, who represented his country at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Le Havre, France. Riggs took the silver in the 8 Metre. In the 1928 competition we became 7th.

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Thomas Cooper Riggs

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Riggs?

Olympic sailor (1903-1976)

When was Thomas Riggs born?

Thomas Riggs was born on 22 May 1903 in Hendon.

When did Thomas Riggs die?

Thomas Riggs died on 5 February 1976 in Blyth.

What was Thomas Riggs's occupation?

Thomas Riggs was a sailor.

What nationality was Thomas Riggs?

Thomas Riggs was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Riggs

· Wikidata: Q18708170

· DBpedia: Thomas Riggs (sailor)

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