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William Cuthbertson

1902 – 1963

Scottish boxer

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About William Cuthbertson

Lived 1902 – 1963 (aged 61). William Cuthbertson was a British boxer.

William Cuthbertson (21 July 1902 in Dunfermline – 24 November 1963) was a British flyweight boxer who competed in the 1920s. He won the bronze medal in Boxing at the 1920 Summer Olympics losing against Danish boxer Anders Petersen in the semi-finals.

Boxing career Cuthbertson won the 1921 Amateur Boxing Association British flyweight title, when boxing out of the United Scottish BC.

1920 Olympic result Round of 16: defeated Einer Jensen (Denmark) Quarterfinal: defeated Ted Zegwaard (Netherlands) Semifinal: lost to Anders Pedersen (Denmark) Bronze-Medal Bout: defeated Charles Albert (France); was awarded bronze medal

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Important facts

Born
21 July 1902, Dunfermline
Birth century
20th century
Died
24 November 1963, Dunfermline
Occupation
Boxer
Nationality
United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Cuthbertson?

Scottish boxer (1902-1963)

When was William Cuthbertson born?

William Cuthbertson was born on 21 July 1902 in Dunfermline.

When did William Cuthbertson die?

William Cuthbertson died on 24 November 1963 in Dunfermline.

What was William Cuthbertson's occupation?

William Cuthbertson was a boxer.

What nationality was William Cuthbertson?

William Cuthbertson was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Cuthbertson

· Wikidata: Q1809906

· DBpedia: William Cuthbertson

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