About John Case
Lived 1889 – 1975 (aged 85). John Case was an American hurdler.
John Ruggles Case (March 31, 1889 – January 20, 1975) was an American track and field athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. He was born in Evanston, Illinois and died in Oceanside, California. In 1912, he finished fourth in the 110 metre hurdles competition.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Case?
American hurdler
When was John Case born?
John Case was born on 31 March 1889 in Evanston.
When did John Case die?
John Case died on 20 January 1975 in Oceanside.
What was John Case's occupation?
John Case was a hurdler.
What nationality was John Case?
John Case was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Case (hurdler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Case. https://biography.guide/john-case/
MLA: "John Case." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-case/.
Chicago: "John Case." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-case/.
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