About Harry Adams
Lived 1880 – 1968 (aged 87). Harry Adams was an American sport shooter.
Harry Lester Adams (October 1, 1880 – August 12, 1968) was an American sport shooter who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics and in the 1920 Summer Olympics. In 1912, he won the gold medal as member of the American team in the team military rifle competition. In the 1912 Summer Olympics he also participated in the following events:
600 metre free rifle - twelfth place 300 metre military rifle, three positions - twelfth place 300 metre free rifle, three positions - 28th place
Eight years later, he participated in the 300 metre military rifle, prone event, but his place is unknown. He was born in Medway, Massachusetts.
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Who was Harry Adams?
American sport shooter (1880-1968)
When was Harry Adams born?
Harry Adams was born on 1 October 1880 in Medway.
When did Harry Adams die?
Harry Adams died on 12 August 1968 in Oakland.
What was Harry Adams's occupation?
Harry Adams was a sport shooter.
What nationality was Harry Adams?
Harry Adams was American.
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· DBpedia: Harry Adams (sport shooter)
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