Art Oliver
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Arthur "Art"•Oliver |
| Used name | Art•Oliver |
| Born | 25 March 1911 in Edwards, Mississippi (USA) |
| Died | 1 June 1944 in Robertsdale, Hammond, Indiana (USA) |
| Measurements | 93 kg |
| Affiliations | Savoy Athletic Club, Chicago (USA) |
| NOC |  United States |
Biography
After the 1936 Olympics, Art Oliver had a very brief, undistinguished career as a professional boxer, winning only 4 of 17 bouts. He then joined the Army and fought in World War II, eventually receiving an Honorable Discharge. After the war he worked for the American Maize Products Company. He was killed while riding in a truck on the job, when the truck was hit by a train.
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Boxing | USA |
Art Oliver | |||
| Heavyweight, Men (Olympic) | =9 |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Died in Motor Vehicle Accidents (Boat/Car/Motorcycle/Train) (Killed when the truck he was riding on the job was hit by a train.)