Browning Ross

Olympic athlete

1924 – 1998

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Who was Browning Ross?

Browning Ross is often referred to as the father of long distance running in America.

H. Browning Ross, nicknamed "Brownie" by his friends, was a lifelong resident of Woodbury in Gloucester County, New Jersey, USA from his birth up until his death. He devoted his life to spreading his love and enthusiasm for long distance running and is often credited as the cornerstone to the development of long distance runners in the States today.

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Born
Apr 26, 1924
Woodbury
Nationality
  • United States of America
Education
  • Villanova University
Lived in
  • Woodbury
Died
Apr 27, 1998

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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