James Thompson
(1906-1966)
Scottish-born Canadian swimmer, Olympic bronze medallist – James Thompson was born in Dundee (City in Scotland, UK) on August 19th, 1906 and died in on January 1st, 1966 at the age of 59. Today James Thompson would be 117 years old.
Age
how old was James Thompson when he died?
59
James Thompson died in 1966 at the age of 59.
Biographical data
| Birthday | August 19th, 1906 (Sunday) |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | Dundee City in Scotland, UK |
| Death Date | January 1st, 1966 (Saturday) |
| Birth sign (Zodiac) | Leo (The Lion) ♌ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse 馬 |
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Birthday
When was James Thompson born?
James Thompson was born on August 19th, 1906.
Death
When did James Thompson die?
James Thompson died on January 1st, 1966 at the age of 59 in . Today James Thompson would be 117 years old.
Place of Birth
Where was James Thompson born?
Dundee (City in Scotland, UK).
Zodiac
What is the zodiac sign of James Thompson?
James Thompson was born in the zodiac sign Leo (The Lion).
Chinese Zodiac
Which Chinese zodiac sign does James Thompson have?
James Thompson was born in 1906 in the year of the Chinese zodiac Horse.
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