About Garfield MacDonald
Lived 1881 – 1951 (aged 70). Garfield MacDonald was a Canadian athletics competitor and high jumper.
James Abram Garfield MacDonald (August 8, 1881 – November 6, 1951) was a Canadian athlete who competed mainly in the triple jump. He was born in Lower South River, Nova Scotia. He competed for Canada in the 1908 Summer Olympics held in London in the triple jump where he won the silver medal.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Garfield MacDonald?
Canadian track and field competitor (1881-1951)
When was Garfield MacDonald born?
Garfield MacDonald was born on 8 August 1881 in Antigonish County.
When did Garfield MacDonald die?
Garfield MacDonald died on 6 November 1951 in Camden.
What was Garfield MacDonald's occupation?
Garfield MacDonald was an athletics competitor and high jumper.
What nationality was Garfield MacDonald?
Garfield MacDonald was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Garfield MacDonald
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