About William Carr
Lived 1876 – 1942 (aged 65). William Carr was a British and American rower.
William John Carr (June 17, 1876 in County Donegal – March 25, 1942 in Philadelphia) was an American rower who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics. He was part of the American boat Vesper Boat Club, which won the gold medal in the eights.
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Who was William Carr?
American rower (1876-1942)
When was William Carr born?
William Carr was born on 17 June 1876 in County Donegal.
When did William Carr die?
William Carr died on 25 March 1942 in Philadelphia.
What was William Carr's occupation?
William Carr was a rower.
What nationality was William Carr?
William Carr was British and American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Carr (rower)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Carr. https://biography.guide/william-carr-rower/
MLA: "William Carr." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-carr-rower/.
Chicago: "William Carr." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-carr-rower/.
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