What is recorded here
Martin Sheridan was born in Bohola, County Mayo, Ireland, on March 28, 1881. He became a five-time Olympic gold medallist for the United States and served as a New York City police officer until the Spanish flu took his life in March 1918.
Why this person is known: American athletics competitor (1881–1918)
- Birthplace
- Swinford
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