About Charles Beckwith
Lived 1901 – 1970 (aged 68). Charles Beckwith was a British athletics competitor.
Charles Edward Beckwith (12 May 1901 – 23 March 1970) was a British athlete who competed at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
Career Beckwith finished third behind Rex Woods in the shot put event at the 1924 AAA Championships. Shortly afterwards he was selected for the British team for the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris, where he competed in the men's shot put and finished in 20th place.
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Who was Charles Beckwith?
British athletics competitor
When was Charles Beckwith born?
Charles Beckwith was born on 12 May 1901 in South Molton.
When did Charles Beckwith die?
Charles Beckwith died on 23 March 1970 in Pontypool.
What was Charles Beckwith's occupation?
Charles Beckwith was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Charles Beckwith?
Charles Beckwith was British.
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· DBpedia: Charles Beckwith (athlete)
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