About Buster Smith
Lived 1921 – 1992 (aged 70–71). Buster Smith was an American athlete.
Carl Sylvester "Buster" Smith (January 26, 1921 – October 8, 1992) was an eleven-time "Top Master" in the American Pool Checkers Association Division Championship. He won the Top Master title in 1967, 1970, 1972–76, 1982–83, 1991, and 1992, and Master in 1968 and 1969.
Early life and career Smith attended Wendell Phillips High School. He served in Okinawa during World War II.
In 1968, 1972, 1976, and 1978, Smith participated in the World Championships for the international draughts variant. His highest placement was 5th in 1976.
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Who was Buster Smith?
American checkers player
When was Buster Smith born?
Buster Smith was born on 26 January 1921 in Chicago.
When did Buster Smith die?
Buster Smith died in 1992 in Chicago.
What was Buster Smith's occupation?
Buster Smith was an athlete.
What nationality was Buster Smith?
Buster Smith was American.
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· DBpedia: Carl "Buster" Smith
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MLA: "Buster Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/buster-smith/.
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