Emil Breitkreutz
American runner and coach, Olympic athlete
Born
November 16th, 1883
141 years ago
Died
May 3rd, 1972
52 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Achieved success as a middle-distance runner, competing in the 1908 Olympics in London. Also served as a coach for various running programs, fostering athletic talent and contributing to the development of track and field in the United States. His coaching efforts focused on training techniques and strategies that helped athletes excel in competitive events.
Competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics
Coached middle-distance runners
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