David Curtiss Munson facts for kids
| Medal record | ||
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| Men’s athletics | ||
Representing the  United States |
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| Olympic Games | ||
| Gold | 1904 St. Louis | 4 mile team race |
David Curtiss Munson (born May 19, 1884 – died September 17, 1953) was an American athlete. He was a talented runner. David Munson is best known for winning a gold medal at the 1904 Summer Olympics.
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David Munson's Olympic Journey
David Munson was a strong runner. He competed for the United States. His biggest win came at the 1904 Summer Olympics. These games were held in St. Louis, USA.
Winning Gold in 1904
Munson won a gold medal in a special event. It was called the 4-mile team race. He ran with his teammates. These teammates were Arthur Newton, George Underwood, Paul Pilgrim, and Howard Valentine. Together, they brought home the gold for their country.
Other Olympic Races
Besides his gold medal, Munson competed in other races. He ran in the 1500 metres event. In this race, he finished in fourth place. He also took part in the 2590 metre steeplechase. This race involves jumping over obstacles. Munson finished sixth in the steeplechase.
Beyond the Olympics
David Munson's running career was not limited to the Olympics. He achieved success in other major competitions.
College Championships
Munson was a top college athlete. He won the one-mile run title two years in a row. These wins were at the outdoor IC4A championships. He won in 1904 and again in 1905. He also set a world record. This record was for the mile-and-a-half run. He set it in Madison Square Garden in 1905.
Life After Running
David Munson was also a dedicated student. He graduated from Cornell University in 1906. He was part of a special group there. It was called the Sphinx Head Society. This is the oldest senior honor society at Cornell. Years later, his achievements were honored. He was inducted into the Cornell University Athletic Hall of Fame in 1988.
