About John Brennan
Lived 1879 – 1964 (aged 84). John Brennan was an American athletics competitor.
John Joseph Brennan (July 17, 1879 – February 21, 1964) was an American track and field athlete who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. He died in Wisconsin. In 1908 he finished fifth in the long jump event and eighth in the triple jump competition.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Brennan?
American long and triple jumper
When was John Brennan born?
John Brennan was born on 17 July 1879 in Ireland.
When did John Brennan die?
John Brennan died on 21 February 1964 in West Allis.
What was John Brennan's occupation?
John Brennan was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was John Brennan?
John Brennan was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Brennan (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Brennan. https://biography.guide/john-brennan-athletics-competitor/
MLA: "John Brennan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-brennan-athletics-competitor/.
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