John Gallagher (athlete)
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | April 13, 1890 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Died | May 13, 1950 (aged 60) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Long-distance running |
| Event | Marathon |
John J. Gallagher (April 13, 1890 – May 13, 1950) was an American long-distance runner.[1] He competed in the marathon at the 1912 Summer Olympics.[2]
He later attended Georgetown University, becoming captain of its track team. He left school, and became physical director for the Chester Shipbuilding Company in Chester, Pennsylvania in April 1918.[3]
Gallagher competed for the Shanahan Catholic Athletic Club and the Meadowbrook Athletic Club, and married Jennie Devine.[4]
References
- ^ "John Gallagher". Olympedia. Retrieved April 21, 2021.
- ^ "John Gallagher Olympic Results". sports-reference.com. Archived from the original on November 14, 2012. Retrieved October 5, 2012.
- ^ "Gallagher Appointed". Charleston Daily Mail. April 9, 1918. p. 10. Retrieved December 29, 2021 – via NewspaperArchive.
- ^ Press of Atlantic City, Jan 30, 1914.[1] Retrieved Dec 3, 2024
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