Robert Coombes
1808–1860 (age 52)
Biography
Robert Coombes was a distinguished rower whose athletic prowess and competitive spirit exemplified the sporting achievements of nineteenth-century Britain. His accomplishments on the water earned him recognition among his contemporaries.
Coombes' dedication to rowing reflected both personal excellence and the growing importance of competitive sport in the Victorian era. He was interred at Brompton Cemetery, honoring his athletic legacy.