| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | December 28, 1921 Lebanon, New Hampshire, United States |
| Died | May 27, 1988 (aged 66) Williamstown, Massachusetts, United States |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Cross-country skiing |
Ralph Townsend (December 28, 1921 – May 27, 1988), also known as Robert J. Townsend, was an American cross-country skier. He competed in the men's 18 kilometre event at the 1948 Winter Olympics.[1][2]