Richard Sheldon, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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American shot put and discus Olympian
Date of Birth: 09-Jul-1878
Place of Birth: Rutland, Vermont, United States
Date of Death: 23-Jan-1935
Profession: athletics competitor
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Cancer 
About Richard Sheldon
- Richard "Dick" Sheldon (July 9, 1878 – January 23, 1935) was the winner of the gold medal in the men's shot put at the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris, France.
- Sheldon, an American, won with a throw of 14.10 m.
- He also won a bronze medal in the discus throw.
- Sheldon's brother Lewis competed at the same Olympics, winning two bronze medals in jumping events.
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