John Henry Lake
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John Henry Lake was an American
racing cyclist who competed in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
He participated in Cycling at the 1900 Summer Olympics
in Paris
and won the bronze medal
in the men's sprint. He also competed in the 25 km race, but did not finish.
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racing cyclist who competed in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
He participated in Cycling at the 1900 Summer Olympics
Cycling at the 1900 Summer Olympics
The 1900 Summer Olympics were held as part of the 1900 World's Fair, during which several cycling events were contested. Two of those cycling events are nowadays considered Olympic events by the International Olympic Committee. These two competitions were held between 9 September and 16 September...
in Paris
Paris
Paris is the capital and largest city in France, situated on the river Seine, in northern France, at the heart of the Île-de-France region...
and won the bronze medal
Bronze medal
A bronze medal is a medal awarded to the third place finisher of contests such as the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, etc. The practice of awarding bronze third place medals began at the 1904 Olympic Games in St...
in the men's sprint. He also competed in the 25 km race, but did not finish.