About Charles Leonard
Lived 1913 – 2006 (aged 92). Charles Leonard was an American athletics competitor and military officer.
Charles Frederick Leonard Jr. (February 23, 1913 – February 18, 2006) was an American pentathlete and a major general in the United States Army.
Leonard won the silver medal in the 1936 Olympic Pentathlon.
Charles Leonard's brother, William N. Leonard (1916–2005), was a World War II fighter ace. They were buried together in Arlington National Cemetery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Leonard?
American athlete (1913-2006)
When was Charles Leonard born?
Charles Leonard was born on 23 February 1913 in Fort Snelling.
When did Charles Leonard die?
Charles Leonard died on 18 February 2006 in Fort Belvoir.
What was Charles Leonard's occupation?
Charles Leonard was an athletics competitor and military officer.
What nationality was Charles Leonard?
Charles Leonard was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Leonard (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Leonard. https://biography.guide/charles-leonard/
MLA: "Charles Leonard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-leonard/.
Chicago: "Charles Leonard." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/charles-leonard/.
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