Betty Robinson

Betty Robinson
Personal information
Birth nameElizabeth R. Robinson
BornAugust 23, 1911
Riverdale, Illinois, US[1]
DiedMay 18, 1999(1999-05-18) (aged 87)
Denver, Colorado, US[1]
Height5 ft 5+12 in (166 cm)
Weight126 lb (57 kg)
Websitebettyrobinson.org
Sport
SportAthletics
EventSprint
ClubICCW, Chicago[1]
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)50 y – 5.8 (1929)
100 m – 12.0 (1928)
200 m – 25.5 (1931)[2]
Medal record
Representing the  United States
Olympic Games
Gold medal – first place 1928 Amsterdam 100 m
Gold medal – first place 1936 Berlin 4×100 m relay
Silver medal – second place 1928 Amsterdam 4×100 m relay

Elizabeth R. Schwartz (née Robinson; August 23, 1911 – May 18, 1999) was an American athlete and winner of the first Olympic 100 metres for women.[1]

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  2. ^ "Elizabeth Robinson". trackfield.brinkster.net.