About William Walters
Lived 1907 – 1994 (aged 86). William Walters was a South African sprinter.
William John Walters (31 July 1907 – 15 July 1994) was a South African athlete who competed in the 1932 Summer Olympics.
He was born in Wakkerstroom and died in Scottburgh.
In 1932 he finished fourth the 400 metres event and sixth in the 200 metres competition.
At the 1930 Empire Games he won the silver medal in the 440 yards event and the bronze medal in the 200 yards. With the South African relay team he won the bronze medal in the 4×110 yards contest as well as in the 4×440 yards event.
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Who was William Walters?
South African sprinter
When was William Walters born?
William Walters was born on 31 July 1907 in Wakkerstroom.
When did William Walters die?
William Walters died on 15 July 1994.
What was William Walters's occupation?
William Walters was a sprinter.
What nationality was William Walters?
William Walters was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Walters. https://biography.guide/william-walters/
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