Donald Scott
American middle-distance runner and modern pentathlete
About Donald Scott
Lived 1894 – 1980 (aged 85). Donald Scott was an American middle-distance runner and modern pentathlete.
Donald Magruder Scott (November 5, 1894 – October 8, 1980) was an American middle-distance runner and modern pentathlete. He competed in the 800 metres at the 1920 Summer Olympics and the modern pentathlon at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Donald Scott?
American middle-distance runner and modern pentathlete
When was Donald Scott born?
Donald Scott was born on 5 November 1894 in Jackson.
When did Donald Scott die?
Donald Scott died on 8 October 1980 in San Antonio.
What was Donald Scott's occupation?
Donald Scott was a middle-distance runner and modern pentathlete.
What nationality was Donald Scott?
Donald Scott was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Donald Scott (middle-distance runner)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donald Scott. https://biography.guide/donald-scott-middle-distance-runner/
MLA: "Donald Scott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/donald-scott-middle-distance-runner/.
Chicago: "Donald Scott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/donald-scott-middle-distance-runner/.
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