About William Fox
Lived 1912 – 1999 (aged 86). William Fox was a British amateur wrestler.
William "Bill" Fox (9 August 1912 – 6 March 1999) was an English freestyle sport wrestler who competed for Great Britain at the 1936 Summer Olympics.
Biography Fox was born in Manchester, England. in London, where he competed in the welterweight event, winning a silver medal. At the 1934 Empire Games he won the silver medal in the freestyle welterweight class.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Fox?
English freestyle sport wrestler (1912–1999)
When was William Fox born?
William Fox was born on 9 August 1912.
When did William Fox die?
William Fox died on 6 March 1999.
What was William Fox's occupation?
William Fox was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was William Fox?
William Fox was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Fox (wrestler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Fox. https://biography.guide/william-fox-amateur-wrestler/
MLA: "William Fox." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-fox-amateur-wrestler/.
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