Nelson Gray
American shot putter
About Nelson Gray
Lived 1911 – 1982 (aged 71). Nelson Gray was an American shot putter.
Nelson Alexander Gray (May 20, 1911 – October 10, 1982) was an American weight thrower. He had his best achievements in the shot put, in 1932, when he placed second at the AAU championships and fifth at the Summer Olympics; that year he was ranked eighth in the world. Gray lived most of his life in Upland, California, and owned a citrus grove there.
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Who was Nelson Gray?
American shot putter
When was Nelson Gray born?
Nelson Gray was born on 20 May 1911 in Upland.
When did Nelson Gray die?
Nelson Gray died on 10 October 1982 in Upland.
What was Nelson Gray's occupation?
Nelson Gray was a shot putter.
What nationality was Nelson Gray?
Nelson Gray was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nelson Gray. https://biography.guide/nelson-gray/
MLA: "Nelson Gray." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nelson-gray/.
Chicago: "Nelson Gray." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/nelson-gray/.
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