About Tom Lavery
Lived 1911 – 1987 (aged 75). Tom Lavery was a South African hurdler and sprinter.
Thomas Patrick Lavery (18 December 1911 – 7 February 1987) was a South African sprinter and hurdler. He competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics 110 metre hurdles and 4×100 metre relay, but failed to reach the finals. At the 1938 Empire Games he won the gold medal in the 120 yard hurdles. In the 100 yard event he finished fourth. Twelve years later he won the bronze medal in the 120 yard hurdles at the 1950 Empire Games.
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Who was Tom Lavery?
South African hurdler and sprinter (1911-1987)
When was Tom Lavery born?
Tom Lavery was born on 18 December 1911 in Scotland.
When did Tom Lavery die?
Tom Lavery died on 7 February 1987 in Germiston.
What was Tom Lavery's occupation?
Tom Lavery was a hurdler and sprinter.
What nationality was Tom Lavery?
Tom Lavery was South African.
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