About William O'Connor
Lived 1864 – 1939 (aged 74). William O'Connor was an American fencer.
William Scott O'Connor (May 23, 1864 – January 16, 1939) was an American épée and foil fencer who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics. He won the silver medal in the singlestick competition. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and died in Manhattan.
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Who was William O'Connor?
American fencer (1864–1939)
When was William O'Connor born?
William O'Connor was born on 23 May 1864 in Pittsburgh.
When did William O'Connor die?
William O'Connor died on 16 January 1939 in Manhattan.
What was William O'Connor's occupation?
William O'Connor was a fencer.
What nationality was William O'Connor?
William O'Connor was American.
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· DBpedia: William O'Connor (fencer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William O'Connor. https://biography.guide/william-o-connor-fencer/
MLA: "William O'Connor." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-o-connor-fencer/.
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