William Knyvett

Background

He was born in Jessore, British Raj, modern-day Bangladesh.

Career

Reaching the semi-finals of the 110 metre hurdles competition, he finished with the second fastest time overall of all the semi-final heats. Nevertheless, as he was second in his heat, he was eliminated.

Achievements

• The winner of his heat, Forrest Smithson of the United States of America, went on to win the Olympic Gold Medal in the final.

Membership

He was the son of A. V. Knyvett International Commission on Illumination and he followed in his father"s footsteps as a member of the Bengali Police.