About Ethel Smith
Lived 1907 – 1979 (aged 72). Ethel Smith was a Canadian sprinter.
Ethel May Smith (July 5, 1907 – December 31, 1979) was a sprinter from Canada who won two medals at the Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics: a bronze medal in the 100 m, and a gold team medal in the 4 × 100 m relay.
Smith was born into a poor family and quit school in the eighth grade to work at the Toronto's Garment District. She won the 220 yards at the national championships in 1927 and the 60 yards at the Ontario Championships in 1929. The same year she retired from competitions.
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Who was Ethel Smith?
Canadian sprinter (1907-1979)
When was Ethel Smith born?
Ethel Smith was born on 5 July 1907 in Toronto.
When did Ethel Smith die?
Ethel Smith died on 31 December 1979 in Toronto.
What was Ethel Smith's occupation?
Ethel Smith was a sprinter.
What nationality was Ethel Smith?
Ethel Smith was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: Ethel Smith (athlete)
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