1936 AAA Championships | |
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Dates | 10–11 July 1936 |
Host city | London, England |
Venue | White City Stadium |
Level | Senior |
Type | Outdoor |
Events | 25 |
← 1935 1937 → |
The 1936 AAA Championships was the 1936 edition of the annual outdoor track and field competition organised by the Amateur Athletic Association (AAA). It was held from 10 to 11 July 1936 at White City Stadium in London, England. [1] [2]
The Championships consisted of 25 events and covered two days of competition.
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