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Henry George (cyclist)
Belgian cyclist / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Henry George (18 February 1891 – 6 January 1976) was a Belgian track cycling racer who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics.[1]
Quick Facts Medal record, Representing Belgium ...
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![]() | 1920 Antwerp | 50 kilometres |
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During the First World War, Henry George served in the Belgian army and was part of the Belgian Expeditionary Corps in Russia, fighting on the Eastern Front along with Imperial Russian forces.[2]
In 1920 George won the gold medal in the 50 kilometres competition.[3]