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Chris Brasher

Memorial Page for Chris Brasher

Aug 21, 1928 – Feb 28, 2003(74 years)Died in:Chaddleworth, England

London marathon co-founder, athlete, journalist

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Occupation(3)

journalistlong-distance runnerorienteer

Awards(1)

Olympic gold medal

Spouse(1)

Shirley Brasher

Education(2)

St John's CollegeRugby School

Chris Brasher (* August 21, 1928 in Georgetown; † February 28, 2003 in Chaddleworth) was a london marathon co-founder, athlete, journalist. He was 74 years old. He was married to Shirley Brasher. His education included St John's College and Rugby School. He was awarded the Olympic gold medal.

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Born in Georgetown, Demerara-Mahaica

1928

Olympic gold medal

1956

Married Shirley Brasher

1959

until 2003

Died in Chaddleworth, England

2003

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Chris Brasher. Forever remembered.