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George Orton (Runner) - Age, Birthday, Bio, Facts, Family, Net Worth, Height & More

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George Orton
George Washington Orton is a Canadian mid and long range runner. In 1900, he became the first Canadian to win a medal at the Olympics. He won a bronze medal at a distance of 400 m over a hurdle and 45 minutes later, won a gold medal at a distance of 2,500 meters over the fence.

About George Orton

Runner George Orton was born on January 10, 1873 in Canada (He dies at the age of 85, on June 26, 1958).

He won Canada's first Olympic gold medal in the 2500 meter steeplechase at the 1900 Olympics, and he also took bronze in the 400 meter hurdles that year.

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George Orton before becoming famous

George Orton was born in the Zodiac sign Capricorn (The Sea-Goat), and 1873 is the year of the Chinese Zodiac Rooster (雞).

After falling out of a tree as a child, he was paralyzed for several years, but at the age of 12, he regained full bodily movement and went on to become a superb athlete.

Achievement of George Orton

Later in life, he coached track and field at the University of Pennsylvania, where he attended.

George Orton's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship

He was born in the town of Strathroy in the province of Ontario.

George Orton Collabed with

He is a member of the Canadian Olympic Hall of Fame, alongside Doctor James Naismith and other legends.

George Orton Income & Net worth

George Orton's income mainly comes from the work that created his reputation: a runner. Information about his net worth in 2024 is being updated as soon as possible by allfamous.org, you can contact to tell us Net Worth of the George Orton.

George Orton Height and Weight

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Latest information about George Orton updated on March 11 2023.