Arthur Halligan

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameCyril Arthur•Halligan
Used nameArthur•Halligan
Born10 November 1886 in Dannevirke, Manawatu-Wanganui (NZL)
Died16 May 1942 in Paremata, Wellington (NZL)
AffiliationsWest of Scotland Harriers, Scotland (GBR)
NOC Great Britain

Biography

A New Zealander, who spent some years in Scotland, Arthur Halligan represented Britain in the high hurdles at the 1908 Olympics. At the Scottish Championships he was the winner in 1909 and twice placed third (1908, 1910). He represented Scotland vs. Ireland three times, placing second in 1909 and third in 1908 and 1910. After his return home, he was the New Zealand champion in 1915.

Personal Best: 120yH – 15.6 (1914).

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1908 Summer Olympics Athletics GBR Arthur Halligan
110 metres Hurdles, Men (Olympic) 2 h2 r1/3