About Joseph Organ
Lived 1892 – 1966 (aged 74). Joseph Organ was an American marathon runner.
Joseph Leroy Organ (July 12, 1891 – July 23, 1966) was an American track and field athlete who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was born in Rush Township, Champaign County, Ohio and died in Saint Joseph, Missouri. In 1920, he finished seventh in the Olympic marathon competition.
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Who was Joseph Organ?
American marathon runner
When was Joseph Organ born?
Joseph Organ was born on 8 March 1892 in Sharon.
When did Joseph Organ die?
Joseph Organ died on 23 July 1966 in Sharon.
What was Joseph Organ's occupation?
Joseph Organ was a marathon runner.
What nationality was Joseph Organ?
Joseph Organ was American.
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