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William Keane

1899 – 1949

American sailor

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About William Keane

Lived 1899 – 1949 (aged 50). William Keane was an American sailor.

William Keane (January 4, 1899 – June 15, 1949) was an American sailor. He competed in the 8 Metre event at the 1936 Summer Olympics.

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Important facts

Born

4 January 1899, Pittsburgh

Birth century

19th century

Died

15 June 1949

Occupation

Sailor

Nationality

United States

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped William Keane's

Frequently asked questions

Who was William Keane?

American sailor

When was William Keane born?

William Keane was born on 4 January 1899 in Pittsburgh.

When did William Keane die?

William Keane died on 15 June 1949.

What was William Keane's occupation?

William Keane was a sailor.

What nationality was William Keane?

William Keane was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Keane

· Wikidata: Q96415159

· DBpedia: William Keane (sailor)

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Keane. https://biography.guide/william-keane-sailor/

MLA: "William Keane." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-keane-sailor/.

Chicago: "William Keane." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-keane-sailor/.

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