About John Dietz
Lived 1870 – 1939 (aged 68). John Dietz was an American sport shooter.
John A. Dietz (November 24, 1870 – October 11, 1939) was an American sport shooter who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics and the 1912 Summer Olympics. He won two gold medals as part of the American pistol team.
In 1908, he also competed in the individual pistol event and finished ninth. In 1912 he finished fourth in the 30 metre military pistol team event. He also competed in the 30 metre rapid fire pistol event finishing fourth and in the 50 metre pistol finishing again ninth.
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Who was John Dietz?
American sport shooter (1870–1939)
When was John Dietz born?
John Dietz was born on 24 November 1870 in Germany.
When did John Dietz die?
John Dietz died on 11 October 1939 in New York City.
What was John Dietz's occupation?
John Dietz was a sport shooter.
What nationality was John Dietz?
John Dietz was American.
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