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Charles Simmons Olympic athlete

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: England
  • Born: Dec 24, 1885
  • Died: Feb 15, 1945

Charles Simmons (December 24, 1885 - July 5, 1945) was a British gymnast who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics.

He was born on December 24, 1885 in London. He was part of the British team, which won the bronze medal in the gymnastics men's team, European system event in 1912. In the individual all-around competition he finished 28th.

He married Winifred Aida Loveland, and had four children, the youngest of whom was the actress Jean Simmons. He died on July 5, 1945, in London.

Never go backward. Attempt, and do it with all your might. Determination is power. power

Much of the wisdom of one age, is the folly of the next. wisdom

A person's character is but half formed till after wedlock. wedding

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 views from William Blake

32 views from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 other wisdom & wit from Franz Grillparzer

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For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 wisdom & wit from Storm Jameson

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To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 other quotes from Victor Hugo

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