Harold Osborn

American high jumper and decathlete

Harold Osborn - American high jumper and decathlete
Born

April 13th, 1899
125 years ago

Died

April 5th, 1975
49 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed in track and field events, specializing in high jump and decathlon. Achieved significant success in the 1920s, winning multiple national titles. Secured a gold medal in the high jump at the 1924 Paris Olympics, setting an Olympic record with a jump of 2.03 meters. Dominated collegiate competitions, representing the University of Michigan.

Won gold medal in high jump at 1924 Olympics

Set an Olympic record in high jump

Secured multiple national titles in decathlon

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