About Chester Bowman
Lived 1901 – 1936 (aged 34). Chester Bowman was an American sprinter.
Chester A. "Chet" Bowman (November 22, 1901 – May 30, 1936) was an American sprinter who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics.
Bowman competed in football and track and field for the Syracuse Orange. He was a fast running back, and his coach was rumored to have made the football field wider to give him an advantage.
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Important facts
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Contemporaries
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Chester Bowman?
American sprinter (1901-1936)
When was Chester Bowman born?
Chester Bowman was born on 22 November 1901 in West Long Branch.
When did Chester Bowman die?
Chester Bowman died on 31 May 1936 in West Long Branch.
What was Chester Bowman's occupation?
Chester Bowman was a sprinter.
What nationality was Chester Bowman?
Chester Bowman was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chester Bowman. https://biography.guide/chester-bowman/
MLA: "Chester Bowman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chester-bowman/.
Chicago: "Chester Bowman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chester-bowman/.
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