About William Varley
Lived 1880 – 1968 (aged 87–88). William Varley was an American rower.
William Michael Varley (November 6, 1880 – October 1968) was an American rower who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics. In 1904 he won the gold medal in the double sculls and silver medal in the coxless pairs with the same partner John Mulcahy. He was born and died in New York City.
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Who was William Varley?
American rower (1880-1968)
When was William Varley born?
William Varley was born on 6 November 1880 in New York City.
When did William Varley die?
William Varley died in 1968 in New York City.
What was William Varley's occupation?
William Varley was a rower.
What nationality was William Varley?
William Varley was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Varley. https://biography.guide/william-varley/
MLA: "William Varley." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-varley/.
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