Board, Lillian (1948–1970)

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Board, Lillian (1948–1970)

English runner. Born Dec 13, 1948, in Durban, South Africa; died of cancer, Dec 26, 1970, in England.

At Mexico City Olympics, won a silver medal in the 400 meters (1968); won gold medals at European championships for 800 meters and 4 × 400meter relay (1969). Awarded MBE (1970).

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