Arnold Betton
American high jumper
About Arnold Betton
Lived 1932 – 2009 (aged 77). Arnold Betton was an American high jumper.
Arnold Lee "Arnie" Betton (July 28, 1929 – November 19, 2009) was an American track and field athlete, known primarily for the high jump. He was an American competitor at the 1952 Olympics, where he finished in seventh position. In the qualifying round, he had been tied as the leading qualifier. While jumping for Drake University, he had a personal best of , set the previous year. 2.05 was better than the winning jump of the Olympics by Walt Davis. In 1951 he was ranked #6 in the world. In 1952, he was ranked 7th, same as his place in the Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arnold Betton?
American high jumper
When was Arnold Betton born?
Arnold Betton was born on 28 July 1932 in Brinkley.
When did Arnold Betton die?
Arnold Betton died on 19 November 2009.
What was Arnold Betton's occupation?
Arnold Betton was a high jumper.
What nationality was Arnold Betton?
Arnold Betton was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arnold Betton. https://biography.guide/arnold-betton/
MLA: "Arnold Betton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arnold-betton/.
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