Louis Darragon

1883–1918 (age 35)

Biography

Louis Darragon rode with a quiet grace that endeared him to the cycling communities of France and beyond. Born in 1883, he embraced the discipline and daring of his sport, pushing himself to excel in an era when bicycle racing demanded both skill and bravery.

His life was cut short in 1918, yet the courage he displayed on the track remains a memory that honors his dedication; he lies in Cimetière parisien de Bagneux, a place where admirers can reflect on the athletic legacy he left behind.