About Lewis Sheldon
Lived 1874 – 1960 (aged 85). Lewis Sheldon was an American athletics competitor.
Lewis Pendleton Sheldon (June 9, 1874 in Rutland, Vermont – February 20, 1960 in Biarritz) was an American track and field athlete who competed in jumping events in the late 19th century and early 20th century. He participated in Athletics at the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris and won bronze medals in triple jump and standing high jump, as well as fourth place in the standing long jump and standing triple jump. His brother is Richard Sheldon.
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Who was Lewis Sheldon?
American triple jumper (1874–1960)
When was Lewis Sheldon born?
Lewis Sheldon was born on 9 June 1874 in Rutland.
When did Lewis Sheldon die?
Lewis Sheldon died on 18 February 1960 in Biarritz.
What was Lewis Sheldon's occupation?
Lewis Sheldon was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Lewis Sheldon?
Lewis Sheldon was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lewis Sheldon. https://biography.guide/lewis-sheldon/
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Chicago: "Lewis Sheldon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lewis-sheldon/.
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