James Wilson

Olympic athlete

1891 – 1973

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Who was James Wilson?

James Wilson was a Scottish athlete who competed mainly in the 10,000 metres. He competed for Great Britain in the 1920 Summer Olympics held in Antwerp, Belgium in the 10,000 metres where he won the bronze medal. He was also part of the British team that won the silver medal in the Cross Country event, along with Anton Hegarty and Alfred Nichols. He lived at 9 Verney Street, Neasden, London NW10 and worked for London Transport at the Neasden Power Station.

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Born
Oct 2, 1891
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Died
1973

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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