About René Tirard
Lived 1899 – 1977 (aged 78). René Tirard was a French sprinter.
René Tirard (20 July 1899 – 12 August 1977) was a French sprint runner. He competed at the 1920 Summer Olympics in the 100 m, 200 m and 4×100 metre relay events and won a silver medal in the relay; he failed to reach the finals in his individual events.
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Who was René Tirard?
French sprinter (1899–1977)
When was René Tirard born?
René Tirard was born on 20 July 1899 in Le Havre.
When did René Tirard die?
René Tirard died on 12 August 1977 in Clichy.
What was René Tirard's occupation?
René Tirard was a sprinter.
What nationality was René Tirard?
René Tirard was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). René Tirard. https://biography.guide/rene-tirard/
MLA: "René Tirard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rene-tirard/.
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