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David Anderson Sr.
David Anderson Sr. (1847 – 8 May 1912) was a Scottish professional golfer who played in the late 19th century. His brother Jamie won The Open Championship The Open Championship, often referred to as The Open or the British Open, is the oldest golf tournament in the world, and one of the most prestigious. Founded in 1860, it was originally held annually at Prestwick Golf Club in Scotland. Later th ... three times (1877–79). His son David Anderson Jr., David Jr. was also a professional golfer. Anderson's best result in the Open Championship was 17th place in 1890 Open Championship, 1890. Early life Anderson was born in Scotland in 1847. Golf career 1885 Open Championship The 1885 Open Championship was held 3 October at the Old Course at St Andrews, Fife, Scotland. Bob Martin (golfer), Bob Martin won the Championship for the second time, by a stroke from Archie Simpson. Anderson was in the field, however his result from this tournament has not been determined. 1890 Open ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Scotland
Scotland (, ) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Covering the northern third of the island of Great Britain, mainland Scotland has a border with England to the southeast and is otherwise surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, the North Sea to the northeast and east, and the Irish Sea to the south. It also contains more than 790 islands, principally in the archipelagos of the Hebrides and the Northern Isles. Most of the population, including the capital Edinburgh, is concentrated in the Central Belt—the plain between the Scottish Highlands and the Southern Uplands—in the Scottish Lowlands. Scotland is divided into 32 administrative subdivisions or local authorities, known as council areas. Glasgow City is the largest council area in terms of population, with Highland being the largest in terms of area. Limited self-governing power, covering matters such as education, social services and roads and transportation, is devolved from the Scott ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
