William Hogenson facts for kids
 Hogenson in 1904 |
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| Medal record | ||
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| Men's athletics | ||
Representing the  United States |
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| Olympic Games | ||
| Silver | 1904 St. Louis | 60 metres |
| Bronze | 1904 St. Louis | 100 metres |
| Bronze | 1904 St. Louis | 200 metres |
William P. Hogenson (born October 26, 1884 – died October 14, 1965) was a talented American athlete. He was a sprinter, which means he ran very fast over short distances. William Hogenson competed in the early 1900s and won several medals at the Olympic Games.
William Hogenson: An Olympic Sprinter
William P. Hogenson was born in 1884. He grew up to become a fast runner. He specialized in sprint races, which are exciting, quick events in track and field. Athletes in these races need incredible speed and power.
Competing at the 1904 Olympics
Hogenson's biggest moment came at the 1904 Summer Olympics in St. Louis, USA. This was a major international sports event. He competed in three different sprint races.
- 60 Metres: In the 60-metre dash, William Hogenson won a silver medal. He was very fast, but another American runner, Archie Hahn, won the gold.
- 100 Metres: Hogenson also competed in the 100-metre race. This is often called the "dash" and is one of the most famous Olympic events. He earned a bronze medal in this race. Again, Archie Hahn took the gold.
- 200 Metres: His third medal was another bronze in the 200-metre race. This event requires both speed and endurance. Archie Hahn also won gold in this race, showing he was a very strong competitor.
William Hogenson's three medals at one Olympic Games showed he was one of the best sprinters of his time. He represented the United States proudly.
After His Olympic Career
After his time as an Olympic athlete, William Hogenson lived until 1965. He is remembered as an important part of American Olympic history. His achievements continue to inspire young athletes today.
