Albert Rowland
Albert Edward Mackay Rowland (26 October 1885 – 23 July 1918) was a New Zealand athlete who competed in walking events. He competed for Australasia in two walking events at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Albert Edward Mackay Rowland |
| Born | 26 October 1885 Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Died | 23 July 1918 (aged 32) Marne, France |
| Resting place | Marfaux British Cemetery, Marne, France |
| Occupation | Optician |
| Height | 1.74 m (5 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
| Weight | 66 kg (146 lb) |
| Spouse |
Agnes Ludlow Fraser (m. 1911) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | New Zealand |
| Service/ | New Zealand Rifle Brigade |
| Years of service | 1916–18 |
| Rank | Second lieutenant |
| Sport | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Sport | Track and field |
| Achievements and titles | |
| National finals | 1-mile track walk champion (1907) 3-mile track walk champion (1907) |
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