John Kuck
American athletics competitor (1905-1986) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 81
John Henry Kuck was an American athlete who won a gold medal in the shot put at the 1928 Summer Olympics setting a new world record at 15.87 m. Earlier that year he set two more world records, but they were not recognized officially. In 1926 he also set a US record in the javelin throw at 65.28 m and won the AAU title.
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About this person
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1905 to 1986 · aged 81
