About John Norton
Lived 1893 – 1979 (aged 86). John Norton was an American athletics competitor.
John Kelley Norton (April 16, 1893 – December 28, 1979) was an American athlete who competed mainly in the 400 metre hurdles. He was born in Santa Clara, California and died in New York City. Norton competed for the United States at the 1920 Summer Olympics held in Antwerp, Belgium in the 400 metre hurdles where he won the silver medal.
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Who was John Norton?
American athlete (1893-1979)
When was John Norton born?
John Norton was born on 16 April 1893 in Santa Clara.
When did John Norton die?
John Norton died on 28 December 1979 in New York City.
What was John Norton's occupation?
John Norton was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was John Norton?
John Norton was American.
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· DBpedia: John Norton (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Norton. https://biography.guide/john-norton-athletics-competitor/
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