About Jack Clarke
Lived 1919 – 1996 (aged 76). Jack Clarke was a New Zealand marathon runner.
Other activities
Clarke was farm manager for the Roydon Lodge Stud, established by John McKenzie in 1927, at Yaldhurst on the western outskirts of Christchurch. He was also jointly responsible for maintaining the training track. In 2018, it was proposed that a new road in the Yaldhurst Park subdivision be named Jack Clarke Road.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Clarke?
New Zealand marathon runner (1919–1996)
When was Jack Clarke born?
Jack Clarke was born on 28 December 1919.
When did Jack Clarke die?
Jack Clarke died on 19 July 1996.
What was Jack Clarke's occupation?
Jack Clarke was a marathon runner.
What nationality was Jack Clarke?
Jack Clarke was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Clarke (athlete)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Clarke. https://biography.guide/jack-clarke-marathon-runner/
MLA: "Jack Clarke." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-clarke-marathon-runner/.
Chicago: "Jack Clarke." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jack-clarke-marathon-runner/.
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