Francis E. Merritt
American football player, college athletics administrator
About Francis E. Merritt
Lived 1920 – 1995 (aged 74). Francis E. Merritt was an American american football player.
Francis E. Merritt (July 20, 1920 – March 21, 1995) was an American football tackle who played college football at the United States Military Academy. He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1996. He served as the athletic director at the United States Air Force Academy from 1967 to 1974.
A 1939 graduate, Merritt played prep football at St. Cecilia High School in Englewood, New Jersey, where he was captain of the state champion team.
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Who was Francis E. Merritt?
American football player, college athletics administrator (1920-1995)
When was Francis E. Merritt born?
Francis E. Merritt was born on 20 July 1920 in New York City.
When did Francis E. Merritt die?
Francis E. Merritt died on 21 March 1995 in Clearwater.
What was Francis E. Merritt's occupation?
Francis E. Merritt was an american football player.
What nationality was Francis E. Merritt?
Francis E. Merritt was American.
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