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Charles Congdon

1909 – 1965

Professional golfer

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About Charles Congdon

Lived 1909 – 1965 (aged 55). Charles Congdon was an American golfer.

Charles Willsie Congdon (November 12, 1909 – February 28, 1965) was an American professional golfer from the Pacific Northwest whose career spanned four decades: 1930s–1960s.

Professional career Congdon was the club professional at Tacoma Country and Golf Club from 1935 to 1965. During World War II, he worked as an aircraft plant inspector in Tacoma. Congdon was instrumental in forming the Pacific Northwest Section PGA and served three terms as president. He also served as a vice-president of the PGA of America from 1955–1957. In 1981, he was inducted into the Pacific Northwest Section PGA's Hall of Fame

Other wins this list is probably incomplete 1936 Pacific Northwest PGA Championship 1938 Pacific Northwest PGA Championship 1939 Washington Open 1946 British Columbia Open 1947 Oregon Open, Washington Open, Pacific Northwest PGA Championship 1948 British Columbia Open, Canadian Open 1950 Washington Open, Pacific Northwest PGA Championship 1951 British Columbia Open 1952 Washington Open, Pacific Northwest PGA Championship, British Columbia Open 1953 British Columbia Open 1956 British Columbia Open 1962 Washington Open 1963 Pacific Northwest PGA Championship

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Charles Congdon?

professional golfer (1909-1965)

When was Charles Congdon born?

Charles Congdon was born on 12 November 1909 in Blaine.

When did Charles Congdon die?

Charles Congdon died on 28 February 1965.

What was Charles Congdon's occupation?

Charles Congdon was a golfer.

What nationality was Charles Congdon?

Charles Congdon was American.

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· Wikipedia: Charles Congdon

· Wikidata: Q5076412

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