About William Rice
Lived 1881 – 1941 (aged 59). William Rice was a Canadian rower.
John Wylie "Colonel" Rice (February 18, 1881 – February 12, 1941) was an American-Canadian rower who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics. He was a member of the Argonaut Rowing Club, which won the silver medal in the men's eight. Only two teams, however, competed in the event.
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Who was William Rice?
Canadian rower (1881–1941)
When was William Rice born?
William Rice was born on 18 February 1881 in Cincinnati.
When did William Rice die?
William Rice died on 12 February 1941 in San Mateo.
What was William Rice's occupation?
William Rice was a rower.
What nationality was William Rice?
William Rice was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Rice. https://biography.guide/william-rice/
MLA: "William Rice." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-rice/.
Chicago: "William Rice." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-rice/.
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