About Sherman Pratt
Lived 1900 – 1964 (aged 64). Sherman Pratt was an American athlete and film producer.
Sherman Pratt (March 22, 1900 – September 14, 1964) was an American sportsman, explorer, and co-founder of Florida's Marineland and the Grenville Baker Boys Club.
Early life Pratt was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, the second son of George Dupont Pratt and Helen Deming Sherman.
He graduated from Amherst College in 1927, where he played varsity football.
Pratt died of a heart attack and stroke on September 14, 1964, in London, England.
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Who was Sherman Pratt?
American sportsman and explorer (1900-1964)
When was Sherman Pratt born?
Sherman Pratt was born on 22 March 1900 in Brooklyn.
When did Sherman Pratt die?
Sherman Pratt died on 14 September 1964 in London.
What was Sherman Pratt's occupation?
Sherman Pratt was an athlete and film producer.
What nationality was Sherman Pratt?
Sherman Pratt was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sherman Pratt. https://biography.guide/sherman-pratt/
MLA: "Sherman Pratt." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/sherman-pratt/.
Chicago: "Sherman Pratt." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/sherman-pratt/.
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