About Walter Whalen
Lived 1898 – 1966 (aged 68). Walter Whalen was an American athletics competitor.
Walter Leo Whalen (February 14, 1898 – April 7, 1966) was an American track and field athlete who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. In 1920, he finished fourth in the high jump competition.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter Whalen?
American high jumper
When was Walter Whalen born?
Walter Whalen was born on 14 February 1898 in Boston, West Roxbury.
When did Walter Whalen die?
Walter Whalen died on 8 April 1966 in Miami.
What was Walter Whalen's occupation?
Walter Whalen was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Walter Whalen?
Walter Whalen was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Whalen. https://biography.guide/walter-whalen/
MLA: "Walter Whalen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-whalen/.
Chicago: "Walter Whalen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/walter-whalen/.
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