Charles Samuels
(1864-1912) Aboriginal athlete
About Charles Samuels
Lived 1864 – 1912 (aged 47–48).
Charles Samuels (1863/1864–1912) was an Aboriginal Australian athlete known for being a pedestrianism practitioner and a competitive sprinter. As an Aboriginal Australian, he grew up in a community of Baruŋgam people (Bunyinni people). He was also acquainted with the family of Australian politician Joshua Peter Bell. In that same year, he also raced against athletes Tom Malone and Ted Lazarus.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Samuels?
(1864-1912) Aboriginal athlete
When was Charles Samuels born?
Charles Samuels was born in 1864.
When did Charles Samuels die?
Charles Samuels died in 1912.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Samuels (athlete)
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