Clarence Kingsbury
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Clarence Brickwood Kingsbury |
| Team information | |
| Discipline | Track |
| Role | Rider |
| Rider type | Endurance |
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
Representing  Great Britain
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| Track cycling | ||
| Olympic Games | ||
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1908 London | 20 kilometres |
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1908 London | Team pursuit |
Clarence Brickwood Kingsbury (November 3, 1882 – March 4, 1949) was a British track cyclist who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics.
He was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire[1][2] and died in Portsmouth[3].
He was the son of Martha Brickwood (nee White) and William Salter Kingsbury. His mother Martha was previously married to Thomas Brickwood of Brickwoods Brewery.
In 1904 he married Maud Jennings.
In 1908 he won the gold medal in the 20 kilometres competition as well as in the team pursuit as member of the British team.
He finished fifth in the 5000 metres competition and was eliminated in the semi-finals of the 660 yards event. In the sprint event he participated in the final when the time limit was exceeded, resulting in the race being declared void and no medals being awarded.
Kingsbury was living at 41 Queens Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire during the 1901 Census,his occupation is listed as 'Cycle Agent'.[2]
References
- ^ England & Wales Birth Index, Oct/Dec quarter 1882, Clarence Brickwood Kingsbury, Portsea Island registration district, volume 2b, page 458
- ^ a b 1901 Census - 41 Queens Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, RG 13/981, page 31 of 35
- ^ England & Wales Death Index, Jan/Mar quarter 1949, Clarence B. Kingsbury, aged 66, Portsmouth registration district, volume 6b, page 553
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