Donald Gwinn
American hammer thrower
About Donald Gwinn
Lived 1902 – 1961 (aged 58). Donald Gwinn was an American hammer thrower.
Donald Smith Gwinn (November 6, 1902 – June 3, 1961) was an American track and field athlete who competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics.
He was born in Woodsfield, Ohio.
Competing for the Pittsburgh Panthers track and field team, Gwinn won the 1927 and 1929 NCAA Track and Field Championships in the hammer throw.
In 1928 he finished fifth in the hammer throw at the Summer Olympics.
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Who was Donald Gwinn?
American hammer thrower (1902-1961)
When was Donald Gwinn born?
Donald Gwinn was born on 6 November 1902 in Woodsfield.
When did Donald Gwinn die?
Donald Gwinn died on 3 June 1961 in Wood.
What was Donald Gwinn's occupation?
Donald Gwinn was a hammer thrower.
What nationality was Donald Gwinn?
Donald Gwinn was American.
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