Glenn Morris (1912 - 1973) was a U.S. track athlete. He won a gold medal in the Olympic decathlon in 1936. 1912 is a leap year starting on Monday. ... 1973 was a common year starting on Monday. ... The United States of America — also referred to as the United States, the U.S.A., the U.S., America, the States, or (archaically) Columbia—is a federal republic of 50 states located primarily in central North America (with the exception of two states: Alaska and Hawaii). ... A gold medal will generally represent the highest award for achievement in a non-military field, with no restriction on eligibility. ... 1936 was a leap year starting on Wednesday (link will take you to calendar). ...