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Percy Williams

Canadian athlete (1908-1982) · Canada · On the map · Athletes · Died at 74

Percy Alfred Williams was a Canadian athlete, winner of the 100 and 200 metres races at the 1928 Summer Olympics and a former world record holder for the 100 metres sprint.

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Officer of the Order of Canada
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Country
Canada
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1908 to 1982 · aged 74