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Elbert Root

Personal information
Born	(1915-07-20)July 20, 1915
Died	July 15, 1983(1983-07-15) (aged 67)
Sport
Sport	Diving
Medal record Representing  United States Olympic Games 1936 Berlin 10 m platform

Elbert Alonzo Root (July 20, 1915 – July 15, 1983) was an American diver who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. In 1936 he won the silver medal in the 10 metre platform event.

References

1. Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Elbert Root Olympic Results". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 13 May 2020.

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