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John Jackson

b. 1941

British steeplechaser

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About John Jackson

Born 1941. John Jackson is a British athletics competitor.

John McKenzie Jackson (born 29 September 1941) is a British former middle-distance runner who competed at the 1968 Summer Olympics.

Biography Jackson finished second behind Gareth Bryan-Jones in the steeplechase event at the 1968 AAA Championships. Later that year at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, he represented Great Britain in the men's 3000 metres steeplechase competition.

Jackson became the British steeplechase champion after winning the British AAA Championships title at the 1969 AAA Championships.

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John McKenzie Jackson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Jackson?

British steeplechaser

When was John Jackson born?

John Jackson was born on 29 September 1941.

What is John Jackson's occupation?

John Jackson is an athletics competitor.

What nationality is John Jackson?

John Jackson is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Jackson

· Wikidata: Q44476143

· DBpedia: John Jackson (athlete)

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