About George Underwood
Lived 1884 – 1943 (aged 58). George Underwood was an American journalist, athletics competitor and sports journalist.
George Bowker Underwood (November 4, 1884 – August 28, 1943) was an American athlete who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics.
He competed for the United States in the 1904 Summer Olympics held in St Louis, United States in the 4 mile team where he won the gold medal with his teammates Arthur Newton, Paul Pilgrim, Howard Valentine and David Munson.
Underwood also finished fourth in the 800 metres competition and participated in the 400 metres event where his result is unknown.
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Who was George Underwood?
athletics competitor (1884–1943)
When was George Underwood born?
George Underwood was born on 4 November 1884 in Manchester.
When did George Underwood die?
George Underwood died on 28 August 1943 in Boston, Boston City Hospital.
What was George Underwood's occupation?
George Underwood was a journalist, athletics competitor and sports journalist.
What nationality was George Underwood?
George Underwood was American.
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· DBpedia: George Underwood (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Underwood. https://biography.guide/george-underwood-journalist/
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