| Olympic medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men'sathletics | ||
Representingthe United States | ||
 | 1920 Antwerp | 400 metre hurdles |
August George "Gus" Desch (December 12, 1898 – November 1964) was an Americantrack and field athlete who competed mainly in the400 metre hurdles. He was born inNewark, New Jersey and died inEvanston, Illinois.[1]
Desch competed for the United States in the1920 Summer Olympics held inAntwerp,Belgium in the 400 metre hurdles where he won the bronze medal. Desch also played half back forKnute Rockne at theUniversity of Notre Dame. He won Notre Dame's first ever track title when he won the 220-yard low hurdles at the 1921 Outdoor NCAA Track Championships.
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