Amedee Reyburn

Swimmer and water polo player, Pan American Games

Amedee Reyburn - Swimmer and water polo player, Pan American Games
Born

March 25th, 1879
145 years ago

Died

1920
105 years ago — 41 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed in swimming and water polo during the early 20th century. Achieved recognition at the 1904 St. Louis Summer Olympics, representing the United States. Participated in the first water polo event in Olympic history. Contributed to the development of the sport through participation in various competitions.

Competed in swimming at the 1904 Olympics

Participated in the first Olympic water polo event

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