George Bryant

American archer, 1920 Olympic gold medalist

George Bryant - American archer, 1920 Olympic gold medalist
Born

1878
147 years ago

Died

April 18th, 1938
86 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Participated in the 1920 Summer Olympics held in Antwerp, Belgium. Secured a gold medal in the men's team archery event, contributing to the United States' success in the sport. Competed alongside fellow American archers and showcased exceptional skill in precision and technique during the games. Continued to promote the sport of archery throughout his life, influencing future generations of archers.

Won a gold medal in men's team archery at the 1920 Olympics

Competed in archery events in the early 20th century

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