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William Cowhig

1887 – 1964

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Lived 1887 – 1964 (aged 77). William Cowhig was a British artistic gymnast.

William Cowhig (5 April 1887 – 16 August 1964) was a British gymnast who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics, the 1912 Summer Olympics and the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was part of the British team, which won the bronze medal in the gymnastics men's team, European system event in 1912. In the individual all-around competition he finished 29th. As a member of the British team in 1920 he finished fifth in the team, European system competition.

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Who was William Cowhig?

gymnast (1887-1964)

When was William Cowhig born?

William Cowhig was born on 5 April 1887 in Maesteg.

When did William Cowhig die?

William Cowhig died on 16 August 1964 in Rugby.

What was William Cowhig's occupation?

William Cowhig was an artistic gymnast.

What nationality was William Cowhig?

William Cowhig was British.

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· Wikipedia: William Cowhig

· Wikidata: Q1811580

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