About William Burgess
Lived 1930 – 2022 (aged 91). William Burgess was a Canadian sailor.
William George Burgess (26 October 1930 – 14 April 2022) was a Canadian yacht racer who competed in the 1960 Summer Olympics. He was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. Burgess died in Vancouver on 14 April 2022, at the age of 91.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Burgess?
Canadian yacht racer
When was William Burgess born?
William Burgess was born on 26 October 1930.
When did William Burgess die?
William Burgess died on 14 April 2022.
What was William Burgess's occupation?
William Burgess was a sailor.
What nationality was William Burgess?
William Burgess was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Burgess (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Burgess. https://biography.guide/william-burgess-sailor/
MLA: "William Burgess." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-burgess-sailor/.
Chicago: "William Burgess." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-burgess-sailor/.
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