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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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
· DBpedia: William Murphy (rower)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Murphy. https://biography.guide/william-murphy-rower/
MLA: "William Murphy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-murphy-rower/.
Chicago: "William Murphy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-murphy-rower/.
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