Robert Backhouse, Date of Birth, Date of Death
TweetRobert Backhouse
British archer and plant breeder
Date of Birth: 10-Mar-1854
Date of Death: 10-Apr-1940
Profession: archer
Nationality: United Kingdom
Zodiac Sign: Pisces 
About Robert Backhouse
- Robert Ormston Backhouse (10 March 1854 – 10 April 1940) was a British archer who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London.
- He and his wife, Sarah Dodgson were also known for producing new varieties of daffodils and lilies. He was born in Darlington, County Durham and died in Sutton St.
- Nicholas, Herefordshire. Backhouse entered the double York round event in 1908, taking 13th place with 516 points.
- He also shot a round in the manner of the Continental style event, but as a demonstration rather than in the actual competition.
- He scored 260 points, which would have given him a silver medal if his competition had been official.
- Backhouse received a Diploma of Merit for his effort in the Continental style.
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