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Henry Jackson

b. 1947

Jamaican long and triple jumper

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About Henry Jackson

Born 1947. Henry Jackson is a Jamaican long jumper, triple jumper, high jumper and hurdler.

Henry Jackson (born 25 October 1947) is a Jamaican athlete. He competed in the men's long jump and the men's triple jump at the 1972 Summer Olympics.

Jackson was an All-American jumper for the USC Trojans track and field team, finishing runner-up in the triple jump at the 1972 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships. Before USC, he competed for Mesa Community College and Western Kentucky University.

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Important facts

Born
25 October 1947, Westmoreland Parish
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Long jumper, triple jumper, high jumper, hurdler
Nationality
Jamaica
Education
University of Southern California

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Henry Jackson?

Jamaican long and triple jumper

When was Henry Jackson born?

Henry Jackson was born on 25 October 1947 in Westmoreland Parish.

What is Henry Jackson's occupation?

Henry Jackson is a long jumper, triple jumper, high jumper and hurdler.

What nationality is Henry Jackson?

Henry Jackson is Jamaican.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henry Jackson

· Wikidata: Q27995017

· DBpedia: Henry Jackson (triple jumper)

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