Emil Breitkreutz

American runner and coach, Olympic athlete

Emil Breitkreutz - American runner and coach, Olympic athlete
Born

November 16th, 1883
141 years ago

Died

May 3rd, 1972
53 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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