John Lardner (sportswriter)
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John Abbott Lardner (May 4, 1912 – March 24, 1960) was an American sports writer, WWII war correspondent, and author. He was the son of Ring Lardner.[1][2]
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John Lardner | |
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Born | (1912-05-04)May 4, 1912 Chicago, Illinois, US |
Died | March 24, 1960(1960-03-24) (aged 47) New York City, US |
Occupation | Sports writer, freelance writer, WWII war correspondent, author |
Education | Phillips Academy, Harvard University, Sorbonne |
Spouse | Hazel Cannan Hairston |
Children | 4 |
Parents | Ring Lardner & Ellis Abbott |
Relatives | Ring Jr., David (brothers) |
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