Matt McGrath

(1875-1941)

Olympic athletic competitor

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Matthew John "Matt" McGrath (December 30, 1876 – January 29, 1941) was a member of the Irish American Athletic Club, the New York Athletic Club, and the New York City Police Department. At the time of his death at age 64, he attained the rank of Police Inspector, and during his career received the NYPD's Medal of Valor twice. He competed for the U.S. team in the Olympics in 1908, 1912, 1920 and 1924 (at age 47). In his prime, he was known as "one of the world's greatest weight throwers."

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Born	Matthew John McGrath 18 December 1875 Nenagh, County Tipperary, Ireland
Died	29 January 1941 (aged 65) New York City, United States
Zodiac	Sagittarius
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