David Joseph Sheppard (December 12, 1931 in New York City – November 5, 2000) was an American weightlifter and Olympic medalist.
He received a silver medal at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne."1956 Summer Olympics – Melbourne, Australia – Weightlifting" – databaseOlympics.com (Retrieved on February 22, 2008). He was also a four-time runner-up at the Senior World Championship, losing the 1951 title to Pete George on countback.
Weightlifting achievements Silver medalist in Olympic Games (1956). Silver medalist in Senior World Championship (1951, 1953, 1954, and 1958). Pan Am Games champion (1955)."Dave Sheppard" – Lift Up (Retrieved on May 4, 2010). Senior national champion (1954, 1955, and 1958). Set five world records during career.
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