About John Collier
Lived 1907 – 1974 (aged 67). John Collier was an American athletics competitor.
John Sheldon Collier (September 26, 1907 – October 31, 1984) was an American athlete who competed mainly in the 110 metre hurdles.
Born in Buffalo, New York, he competed for the United States in the 1928 Summer Olympics held in Amsterdam, Netherlands in the 110 metre hurdles where he won the bronze medal.
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Who was John Collier?
American athlete (1907–1974)
When was John Collier born?
John Collier was born on 26 September 1907 in Buffalo.
When did John Collier die?
John Collier died on 31 October 1974 in Coronado.
What was John Collier's occupation?
John Collier was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was John Collier?
John Collier was American.
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· DBpedia: John Collier (athlete)
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