André Devaux
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | André Émile•Devaux |
| Used name | André•Devaux |
| Born | 4 August 1894 in Laon, Aisne (FRA) |
| Died | 28 February 1981 in Chaumont, Haute-Marne (FRA) |
| Measurements | 178 cm |
| Affiliations | Racing Club de France, Paris (FRA) |
| NOC |  France |
| Medals | OG |
| Gold | 0 |
| Silver | 0 |
| Bronze | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
Biography
André Devaux was the 1914 French Champion in the 400 metres. A serious injury prevented him from participating in 1924. Professionally, Devaux was an inspector of post and telecommunications. Later he turned to literature and as a writer won the prestigious Prix Édouard-Herriot in 1954 with his popular book “La Gerbe et le Fagot”.
Personal Best: 400 – unknown.
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 Summer Olympics | Athletics | FRA |
André Devaux | |||
| 4 × 400 metres Relay, Men (Olympic) | France 1 | 3 | Bronze |
Errata
DOB and first name also given as 24 August 1894 and André Jean, but ours are correct per his birth certificate. DOD also seen as 25 February 1981.