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William Murphy

1889 – 1916

Canadian rower

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About William Murphy

Lived 1889 – 1916 (aged 27). William Murphy was a Canadian rower.

William Murphy (9 February 1889 – 18 February 1916) was a Canadian rower. He competed in the men's eight event at the 1912 Summer Olympics. He died following an injury sustained in a rugby match.

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Also known as
William Ewart Gladstone Murphy

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Murphy?

Canadian rower

When was William Murphy born?

William Murphy was born on 9 February 1889 in Kingston.

When did William Murphy die?

William Murphy died on 18 February 1916 in Toronto.

What was William Murphy's occupation?

William Murphy was a rower.

What nationality was William Murphy?

William Murphy was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Murphy

· Wikidata: Q47492447

· DBpedia: William Murphy (rower)

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