169: Old Sport Campana (1836-1906) – Part Two

Ultrarunning History by Davy Crockett

Jan 16, 202528:06Sports & Recreation

By Davy Crockett In part one, “Old Sport” Peter Napoleon Campana (1836-1906), of Bridgeport, Connecticut, a poor street vendor, and talented runner, wanted to become a professional pedestrian/ultrarunner. At age 42, he w...

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