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Ralph Boston

Olympic athlete (1939-2023) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 83

Ralph Harold Boston was an American track athlete who received three Olympic medals and became the first person to break the 27 feet (8.2 m) barrier in the long jump.

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Awards

Bislett medal1970

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1939 to 2023 · aged 83