About Stanley West
Lived 1913 – 2001 (aged 88). Stanley West was a British high jumper and athletics competitor.
Biography West finished second behind William Land in the high jump event at the 1932 AAA Championships.
West competed for England in the high jump at the 1934 British Empire Games in London.
West became the national high jump champion after winning the British AAA Championships title at the 1935 AAA Championships.
West also served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Stanley West?
British high jumper
When was Stanley West born?
Stanley West was born on 13 February 1913 in Westminster.
When did Stanley West die?
Stanley West died on 13 August 2001.
What was Stanley West's occupation?
Stanley West was a high jumper and athletics competitor.
What nationality was Stanley West?
Stanley West was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Stan West (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Stanley West. https://biography.guide/stanley-west/
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