Walter Wood
American discus thrower
About Walter Wood
Lived 1914 – 1972 (aged 57–58). Walter Wood was an American discus thrower.
Walter Wood (January 3, 1914 – January 1972) was an American athlete. He competed in the men's discus throw at the 1936 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter Wood?
American discus thrower
When was Walter Wood born?
Walter Wood was born on 3 January 1914.
When did Walter Wood die?
Walter Wood died in 1972.
What was Walter Wood's occupation?
Walter Wood was a discus thrower.
What nationality was Walter Wood?
Walter Wood was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Walter Wood (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Wood. https://biography.guide/walter-wood-discus-thrower/
MLA: "Walter Wood." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-wood-discus-thrower/.
Chicago: "Walter Wood." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/walter-wood-discus-thrower/.
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