Géo André
French Olympian, rugby player, pilot, journalist, and war casualty.
Georges Yvan "Géo" André was a French athlete and rugby player who appeared in four Olympic Games. He earned a silver medal in the high jump in 1908 and a bronze in the 4 × 400 m relay in 1920. At the 1924 Olympics, he recited the Olympic Oath and carried the French flag.
Quick Facts
- Full name
- Georges Yvan André
- Born
- 13 August 1889
- Birthplace
- Paris, France
- Died
- 4 May 1943
- Place of death
- Mateur, Bizerte, French Tunisia
- Height
- 188 cm / 6 ft 2 in
- Weight
- 85 kg / 187 lb
- Sport
- Athletics
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Géo André born?
Géo André was born on 13 August 1889 in Paris, France.
When did Géo André die?
Géo André died on 4 May 1943 in Mateur, Bizerte, French Tunisia.
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