| Martha Brown | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Full name | Martha Brown |
| Country represented |  United States |
| Skating club | Skating Club of Boston |
Martha Brown was an American figure skater. In 1920, she won the silver medal at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. She represented the Skating Club of Boston.
| Event | 1920 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Championships | 2nd |
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