Arthur M. Jackes (June 26, 1924 – November 10, 2000) was a Canadian high jumper. He competed at the 1948 Summer Olympics and finished sixth. Jackes was a Canadian high jump champion in 1948–1950. He finished tenth in the high jump at the 1950 British Empire Games. He retired around 1950 and later moved to the United States.[1]
 Jackes in 1948 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 26, 1924 Toronto, Canada |
| Died | November 10, 2000 (aged 76) Greenbank, Washington, United States |
| Alma mater | University of Toronto |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event | High jump |
| Club | Toronto West End YMCA |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best | 1.955 m (1949)[1] |
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