Émile Billard

French sailor and Olympic athlete

Émile Billard - French sailor and Olympic athlete
Born

April 5th, 1852
173 years ago

Died

1930
95 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

Links & References

Competed in sailing events during the late 19th century. Participated in the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris. Contributed to the establishment of competitive sailing as a recognized sport. Worked alongside other notable sailors of the time.

Competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris

Participated in the sailing category of the Olympics

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