About C. W. Martin
Lived 1887 – 1978 (aged 90). C. W. Martin was an American head coach and american football player.
Charles William Martin (September 17, 1887 – March 14, 1978) was an American college football player, track athlete, and sports coach. He served as the head football coach at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for one season in 1912, compiling a record of 3–4–1.
A native of Wallula, Washington, Martin played football at the University of Notre Dame, where he was a teammate of Knute Rockne. In May 2011, he set world records, running the 100-yard dash in 9.6 seconds and the 220-yard dash in 21.1 seconds. Martin died on March 14, 1978, in Walla Walla, Washington.
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Who was C. W. Martin?
American football coach (1887-1978)
When was C. W. Martin born?
C. W. Martin was born on 17 September 1887 in Wallula.
When did C. W. Martin die?
C. W. Martin died on 14 March 1978 in Walla Walla.
What was C. W. Martin's occupation?
C. W. Martin was a head coach and american football player.
What nationality was C. W. Martin?
C. W. Martin was American.
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