Larry Black
1951 – 2006

Larry Black

athletics competitor (1951–2006)

athletics competitorsprinter
Born
1951-07-20, Miami
Died
2006-02-08
Birthplace state
Florida

Biography

Larry Black was born in Miami, Florida on July 20, 1951. A sprinter, he competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, where he won the gold medal in the 4 × 100 m relay and the silver medal in the 200 m. He died on February 8, 2006.

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Larry Black is recorded as a athletics competitor and a sprinter, born in Florida (1951–2006).

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Frequently asked about Larry Black

Who was Larry Black?
Larry Black was athletics competitor (1951–2006), born in Florida (1951 – 2006).
When and where was Larry Black born?
Larry Black was born on 1951-07-20 in Miami.
When did Larry Black die?
Larry died on 2006-02-08.
What was Larry Black known for?
Larry Black is recorded as a athletics competitor and a sprinter.
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