Tell Berna
American middle-distance runner
Born
1891
134 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1975
49 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Competed in middle and long-distance events. Participated in the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris, representing the United States. Career highlighted by success in national championships and various track meets.
Competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics
Won multiple national championships
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