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Tom Longboat 1886-1949
Photos by contributor Wayne Adam - Posted September, 2010
Photo Source - Wikipedia
Plaque Location
The County of Brant
Six Nations of the Grand River
In Ohsweken, beside the front door of Gaylord Powless Arena
at 1738 Fourth Line Road, south side of the street
west of Chiefswood Road
Coordinates: N 43 04.134 W 80 07.423 |
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Plaque Text
This Onondaga athlete, born on the Six Nations reserve of the Grand River Iroquois, became the foremost long distance runner of his time. He followed the ancient Iroquois tradition of running, winning many races in Canada and abroad, including the Boston Marathon of 1907. He also participated in the Olympics of 1908. Competing when professional foot races were a popular attraction, he was one of the first Canadian athletes to make a living solely from sports. Retiring from competitive racing before the First World War, he later served as a despatch carrier in that conflict. He died on this reserve.
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Other Plaques in Six Nations of the Grand River
Cogwagee * Tom Longboat 1886-1949
Ahyouwaeghs * John Brant 1794-1832
Chiefswood
E. Pauline Johnson 1861-1913
New Credit Indian Reserve and Mission
The Six Nations
Thayendanega (Joseph Brant) 1742-1807