About Jake Lanum
Lived 1896 – 1968 (aged 71). Jake Lanum was an American american football player.
Ralph Lewis "Jake" Lanum (September 13, 1896 – March 19, 1968) was an American professional football player who was a running back for five seasons for the Chicago Bears and its predecessors the Decatur Staleys and the Chicago Staleys.
Lanum was a starting fullback and also handled some kicking duties on the 1919 Illinois Fighting Illini football National Championship team.
After football, Lanum moved to Hammond, Indiana, working mostly in the oil industry. In retirement he returned to Illinois, living in Homewood, where he died in 1968 at the age of 71.
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Who was Jake Lanum?
American football player (1896-1968)
When was Jake Lanum born?
Jake Lanum was born on 13 September 1896 in Champaign.
When did Jake Lanum die?
Jake Lanum died on 19 March 1968 in Homewood.
What was Jake Lanum's occupation?
Jake Lanum was an american football player.
What nationality was Jake Lanum?
Jake Lanum was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jake Lanum. https://biography.guide/jake-lanum/
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