About Arthur Shaw
Lived 1886 – 1955 (aged 69). Arthur Shaw was an American athletics competitor.
Arthur Briggs Shaw (April 28, 1886 - July 18, 1955) was an American athlete and member of the Irish American Athletic Club. He won the bronze medal in the men's 110 metres hurdles race at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. He was a graduate of Dartmouth College.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Shaw?
American hurdler (1886-1955)
When was Arthur Shaw born?
Arthur Shaw was born on 28 April 1886 in Joliet.
When did Arthur Shaw die?
Arthur Shaw died on 18 July 1955 in Altadena.
What was Arthur Shaw's occupation?
Arthur Shaw was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Arthur Shaw?
Arthur Shaw was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Shaw (hurdler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Shaw. https://biography.guide/arthur-shaw-athletics-competitor/
MLA: "Arthur Shaw." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-shaw-athletics-competitor/.
Chicago: "Arthur Shaw." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/arthur-shaw-athletics-competitor/.
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