About Fred Alderman
Lived 1905 – 1998 (aged 93). Fred Alderman was an American sprinter.
Frederick Pitt Alderman (June 24, 1905 – September 15, 1998) was an American sprint runner who won a gold medal in 4 × 400 m relay at the 1928 Summer Olympics. He also won the NCAA Championships in and and IC4A Championships in in 1927.
At the 1928 Olympic trials Alderman set his personal best in the 400 m at 48.0 seconds, but did much worse at the Games, at estimated 49.4 s.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fred Alderman?
American sprinter (1905-1998)
When was Fred Alderman born?
Fred Alderman was born on 24 June 1905 in Lansing.
When did Fred Alderman die?
Fred Alderman died on 15 September 1998 in Social Circle.
What was Fred Alderman's occupation?
Fred Alderman was a sprinter.
What nationality was Fred Alderman?
Fred Alderman was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Alderman. https://biography.guide/fred-alderman/
MLA: "Fred Alderman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-alderman/.
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