Jacob Gaudaur
Canadian rower, Olympic gold medalist
Born
Died
1937
89 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Competed in rowing at the prestigious level during the early 20th century. Achieved significant success as part of the Canadian rowing team. Participated in the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris, where won a gold medal in the men's coxed fours event. Continued to contribute to the sport through competitions and was influential in the rowing community in Canada.
Won gold at the 1900 Summer Olympics
Competed in men's coxed fours
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