Francis Lane

Runner

Birthday September 23, 1874

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Illinois

DEATH DATE Feb 17, 1927 (52)

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About

Bronze medal winner in the 100 meter sprint at the 1896 Olympics in Athens.

Before Fame

He attended Princeton University, where he honed his athletic skills.

Trivia

At the Olympics he finished tied for third place in the sprint.

Family Life

He was born, raised, and died in Chicago, Illinois.

Associated With

He is near the beginning of a list of Princeton athletes to compete in the Olympics, which now includes people such as Bill Bradley.