Leonard Paulu

Leonard Theodore Paulu (November 23, 1896 – May 29, 1988) was an American sprinter for Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa. Despite losing an eye and suffering serious injuries to his right leg and hip while serving in World War I, he won the 100 yard dash competition at the first two NCAA track and field championships in 1921 and 1922. He also won the 220 yard dash at the 1922 NCAA championships.

Personal facts

Birth dateNovember 23, 1896
Birth place
Vining Iowa , United States
Nationality
United States
Date of deathMay 29, 1988
Known for
100-yard dash

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