Earl Thomson

Description: (Canadian Athlete Who Was the First Non-US Olympic Gold Medalist in 100m Hurdles)
Canadian athlete Earl Thomson, or Tommy Thomson, scripted history as the first non-American to win a 110m hurdles Olympic gold medal. In his early days, he excelled in high jump and discus throw, too. He later coached the US Naval Academy team and also co-designed a safer hurdle.

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Birthday February 15, 1895 (Aquarius)
Born In Prince Albert, Canada
Died on May 19, 1971
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