About William Russell
Lived 1896 – 1958 (aged 62). William Russell was an American fencer.
William Hamilton Russell (January 18, 1896 – October 18, 1958) was an American épée fencer. He competed at the 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics. He graduated from Harvard University.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Russell?
American fencer, born 1896
When was William Russell born?
William Russell was born on 18 January 1896 in New York City.
When did William Russell die?
William Russell died on 18 October 1958 in Glen Cove.
What was William Russell's occupation?
William Russell was a fencer.
What nationality was William Russell?
William Russell was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Russell (fencer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Russell. https://biography.guide/william-russell-fencer/
MLA: "William Russell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-russell-fencer/.
Chicago: "William Russell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-russell-fencer/.
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