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William Seiling

1864 – 1951

American tug of war competitor

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Lived 1864 – 1951 (aged 86). William Seiling was an American athlete.

William Bernard Seiling (May 28, 1864 – January 6, 1951) was an American tug of war athlete who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri and died in Rural-Meramec. In the 1904 Olympics he won a silver medal as a member of Southwest Turnverein of Saint Louis No. 1 team.

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William Bernard Seiling

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Who was William Seiling?

American tug of war competitor (1864–1951)

When was William Seiling born?

William Seiling was born on 28 May 1864 in St. Louis.

When did William Seiling die?

William Seiling died on 5 January 1951 in St. Louis.

What was William Seiling's occupation?

William Seiling was an athlete.

What nationality was William Seiling?

William Seiling was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Seiling

· Wikidata: Q2423705

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