About William Dickey
Lived 1874 – 1944 (aged 69). William Dickey was an American competitive diver.
William Eugene "Billy" Dickey (October 20, 1874 – May 13, 1944) was an American diver who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics. At the 1904 Olympics he won a gold medal in a plunge for distance event.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Dickey?
American Olympic diver (1874-1944)
When was William Dickey born?
William Dickey was born on 20 October 1874 in New York City.
When did William Dickey die?
William Dickey died on 13 May 1944 in St. Petersburg.
What was William Dickey's occupation?
William Dickey was a competitive diver.
What nationality was William Dickey?
William Dickey was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Dickey (diver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Dickey. https://biography.guide/william-dickey-competitive-diver/
MLA: "William Dickey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-dickey-competitive-diver/.
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