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Fred Macbeth

Frederick William Macbeth, Jr. (December 26, 1909 – September 20, 1986) was a Canadian sprinter. He competed in the 400 m event at the 1928 Summer Olympics, but failed to reach the final. At the 1930 British Empire Games, Macbeth was eliminated in the heats of the 220 and 440 yards hurdles.

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Frederick William Macbeth, Jr. (December 26, 1909 – September 20, 1986) was a Canadian sprinter. He competed in the 400 m event at the 1928 Summer Olympics, but failed to reach the final. At the 1930 British Empire Games, Macbeth was eliminated in the heats of the 220 and 440 yards hurdles.

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