About John Geiger
Lived 1873 – 1956 (aged 83). John Geiger was an American rower.
John Francis Geiger (March 28, 1873 in Philadelphia – December 6, 1956 in Philadelphia) was an American rower who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics. He was part of the American boat Vesper Boat Club, which won the gold medal in the eights. He played American football for the Latrobe Athletic Association in 1898 and 1900.
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Who was John Geiger?
American rower (1873–1956)
When was John Geiger born?
John Geiger was born on 28 March 1873 in Philadelphia.
When did John Geiger die?
John Geiger died on 6 December 1956 in Philadelphia.
What was John Geiger's occupation?
John Geiger was a rower.
What nationality was John Geiger?
John Geiger was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Geiger (rower)
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