About George Guida
Lived 1924 – 2015 (aged 91). George Guida was an American sprinter.
George James Guida (August 29, 1924 – September 7, 2015) was an American sprinter who competed in the 1948 Summer Olympics running the 400 meters. He finished sixth in the final behind Arthur Wint's Olympic Record. Injured in the final, he did not run on the American 4x400 meters relay team that ultimately won the gold medal. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. While running for Villanova University he was the 1947 Indoor National Champion at 600 yards.
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Who was George Guida?
American sprinter
When was George Guida born?
George Guida was born on 29 August 1924 in Philadelphia.
When did George Guida die?
George Guida died on 7 September 2015 in San Francisco.
What was George Guida's occupation?
George Guida was a sprinter.
What nationality was George Guida?
George Guida was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Guida. https://biography.guide/george-guida/
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