Horton Smith

1908–1963 (age 55)

professional golfer

Biography

Horton Smith emerged as one of the great champions of professional golf, his steady play earning him enduring respect among peers and fans alike.

As the first winner of the Masters Tournament and a stalwart competitor on the circuit, he inspired a generation of athletes and is remembered with honor at Springfield National Cemetery.

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