Maurice Lecoq

French target shooter and Olympic athlete

Maurice Lecoq - French target shooter and Olympic athlete
Born

March 26th, 1854
170 years ago

Died

1925
100 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Achieved prominence in the sport of shooting, representing France in international competitions. Competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris. Contributed to the development of target shooting in France and participated in various shooting championships throughout his career.

Competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics

Won multiple national shooting titles

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