John Holloway
Irish-British decathlete
About John Holloway
Lived 1878 – 1950 (aged 71). John Holloway was a British and Irish decathlete.
John Holloway (9 December 1878 – 15 October 1950) was an Irish athlete. He participated in the men's all-around (a forerunner to the modern decathlon) at the 1904 Summer Olympics, placing fourth.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Holloway?
Irish-British decathlete
When was John Holloway born?
John Holloway was born on 9 December 1878 in Tipperary.
When did John Holloway die?
John Holloway died on 15 October 1950 in Topeka.
What was John Holloway's occupation?
John Holloway was a decathlete.
What nationality was John Holloway?
John Holloway was British and Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Holloway (athlete)
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