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American diver (1915–1983)
Elbert Root
Personal information
Born(1915-07-20)July 20, 1915
DiedJuly 15, 1983(1983-07-15) (aged 67)
Sport
SportDiving
Medal record
Representing  United States
Olympic Games
Silver medal – second place 1936 Berlin 10 m platform

Elbert Alonzo Root (July 20, 1915 – July 15, 1983) was an American diver who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. In 1936 he won the "silver medal in the 10 metre platform event."

References

  1. ^ Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Elbert Root Olympic Results". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 13 May 2020.
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