About Charles Thomas
Lived 1932 – 2015 (aged 82). Charles Thomas was an American sprinter.
Charles Augusta Thomas (October 3, 1931 – January 26, 2015) was an American sprinter and athletics coach. He was born in Fostoria, Texas, and died in Bryan, Texas.
Competing for the Texas Longhorns men's track and field team, Thomas won the 1954 NCAA Track and Field Championships in the 220 yards. In college, he never lost a race at the 220 yards distance.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Thomas?
American sprinter
When was Charles Thomas born?
Charles Thomas was born on 3 October 1932 in Montgomery County.
When did Charles Thomas die?
Charles Thomas died on 26 January 2015 in Bryan.
What was Charles Thomas's occupation?
Charles Thomas was a sprinter.
What nationality was Charles Thomas?
Charles Thomas was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Thomas. https://biography.guide/charles-thomas-sprinter/
MLA: "Charles Thomas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-thomas-sprinter/.
Chicago: "Charles Thomas." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/charles-thomas-sprinter/.
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