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Harry Babcock: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Harry Babcock? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Harry Babcock
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Henry Stoddard Babcock (December 15, 1890 – June 5, 1965) was an American pole vaulter who won the gold medal at the 1912 Summer Olympics, setting an Olympic record at 3.95 meters. Babcock started as a long jumper and, only around 1910, changed to the pole vault. He graduated in engineering from Columbia University in 1912 and later worked as a salesman with a lumber company in Irvington, New York.

Quick facts about Harry Babcock

  • Full name: Harry Babcock
  • Born: 1890-12-15
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q1339885

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Who is Harry Babcock?

Henry Stoddard Babcock (December 15, 1890 – June 5, 1965) was an American pole vaulter who won the gold medal at the 1912 Summer Olympics, setting an Olympic record at 3.95 meters. Babcock started as a long jumper and, only around 1910, changed to the pole vault.

What nationality is Harry Babcock?

Harry Babcock is United States.

When was Harry Babcock born?

Harry Babcock was born on 1890-12-15.

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