About Lester Smith
Lived 1902 – 1957 (aged 55). Lester Smith was an American swimmer.
Lester Edward Smith (April 14, 1902 – September 4, 1957) was an American competition swimmer who represented the United States at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. Smith competed in the men's 400-meter freestyle, advanced to the semifinals, and recorded a time of 5:37.6.
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Who was Lester Smith?
American swimmer, Olympic athlete (1902-1957)
When was Lester Smith born?
Lester Smith was born on 14 April 1902 in San Francisco.
When did Lester Smith die?
Lester Smith died on 4 September 1957 in San Francisco.
What was Lester Smith's occupation?
Lester Smith was a swimmer.
What nationality was Lester Smith?
Lester Smith was American.
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· DBpedia: Lester Smith (swimmer)
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