About John Sittig
Lived 1905 – 1984 (aged 79). John Sittig was an American middle-distance runner.
John Sittig (January 29, 1905 – December 26, 1984) was an American middle-distance runner. He competed in the men's 800 metres at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
Competing for the Illinois Fighting Illini track and field team, Sittig won the 1927 NCAA Track and Field Championships over 880 yards.
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Who was John Sittig?
American middle-distance runner
When was John Sittig born?
John Sittig was born on 29 January 1905.
When did John Sittig die?
John Sittig died on 26 December 1984.
What was John Sittig's occupation?
John Sittig was a middle-distance runner.
What nationality was John Sittig?
John Sittig was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Sittig. https://biography.guide/john-sittig/
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