About Jack Merchant
Lived 1899 – 1972 (aged 72). Jack Merchant was an American athletics competitor.
John William Merchant (May 3, 1899 – March 31, 1972) was an American athlete. He competed in the men's long jump at the 1920 Summer Olympics and the men's hammer throw at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
Competing for the California Golden Bears track and field team, Merchant won the shot put and hammer throw at the 1922 NCAA Track and Field Championships.
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Who was Jack Merchant?
American athlete
When was Jack Merchant born?
Jack Merchant was born on 3 May 1899 in Coos Bay.
When did Jack Merchant die?
Jack Merchant died on 31 March 1972.
What was Jack Merchant's occupation?
Jack Merchant was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Jack Merchant?
Jack Merchant was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Merchant. https://biography.guide/jack-merchant/
MLA: "Jack Merchant." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-merchant/.
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