About Edwin Hunt
Lived 1902 – 1981 (aged 78). Edwin Hunt was an American lawyer and assistant Attorney General, known for Checkers.
Edwin Francis Hunt (July 9, 1902 – April 11, 1981) was an American draughts, or checkers, player who spent most of his life in Nashville. He was US champion in 1934.
His career was as a lawyer and as such he gained recognition as an appellate advocate and rose to the rank of Assistant Attorney General. He had studied at Vanderbilt University where he won the Founder's Medal twice.
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Who was Edwin Hunt?
American checkers player
When was Edwin Hunt born?
Edwin Hunt was born on 9 July 1902 in Jackson.
When did Edwin Hunt die?
Edwin Hunt died on 11 April 1981.
What was Edwin Hunt's occupation?
Edwin Hunt was a lawyer and assistant Attorney General.
What was Edwin Hunt known for?
Edwin Hunt was known for Checkers.
What nationality was Edwin Hunt?
Edwin Hunt was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edwin Hunt. https://biography.guide/edwin-hunt/
MLA: "Edwin Hunt." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edwin-hunt/.
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