About Richard Remer
Lived 1883 – 1973 (aged 90). Richard Remer was an American athletics competitor.
Richard Frederick Remer (June 21, 1883 – July 18, 1973) was an American athlete who competed mainly in the 3 kilometre walk. Early in his athletic career, he competed as a member of the Irish American Athletic Club.
He competed for the United States at the 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp, Belgium, in the 3 kilometre walk, where he won the bronze medal.
He was born in Brooklyn, New York and died in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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Who was Richard Remer?
American racewalker (1883-1973)
When was Richard Remer born?
Richard Remer was born on 26 January 1883 in Brooklyn.
When did Richard Remer die?
Richard Remer died on 18 July 1973 in Fort Lauderdale.
What was Richard Remer's occupation?
Richard Remer was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Richard Remer?
Richard Remer was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Remer. https://biography.guide/richard-remer/
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