About Arthur Barnard
Lived 1929 – 2018 (aged 89). Arthur Barnard was an American athletics competitor.
Arthur "Art" Barnard (March 10, 1929 – May 1, 2018) was an American sprinter. He competed mainly in the 110 m hurdles event, winning a bronze medal at the 1952 Olympics. Running for La Jolla High School, he finished second in the 120 yard high hurdles at the 1947 CIF California State Meet.
Masters Track and Field Barnard continued to compete into the newly emerging Masters division. In July 1970 Barnard (age 41) competed in the 120 yard high hurdles (36" tall) at the 3rd Annual Masters National Outdoor Track and Field Championship in San Diego, California winning in 15.1. Barnard's 15.1 represented a Masters American Record at the time.
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Who was Arthur Barnard?
American hurdler (1929–2018)
When was Arthur Barnard born?
Arthur Barnard was born on 10 March 1929 in Seattle.
When did Arthur Barnard die?
Arthur Barnard died on 1 May 2018 in La Jolla.
What was Arthur Barnard's occupation?
Arthur Barnard was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Arthur Barnard?
Arthur Barnard was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Barnard. https://biography.guide/arthur-barnard/
MLA: "Arthur Barnard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-barnard/.
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