George Strath, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

George Strath

golfer (1843-1919)

Date of Birth: 01-Oct-1843

Place of Birth: St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 21-Jan-1919

Profession: golfer

Zodiac Sign: Libra

George Strath (1 October 1843 – 21 January 1919) was a Scottish professional golfer and golf course designer of the late 19th century and early 20th century.
He was born in St Andrews, Fifeshire, Scotland.
As a young lad he worked as a caddie, carrying the clubs of Old Tom Morris at St Andrews. Strath placed 14th in the 1878 Open Championship at Prestwick.
He served as the first professional at Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland from 1881–87.
In June 1883, Strath increased the links at Troon to twelve holes.
A further six holes were completed by 1885. Strath's brother—Davie Strath—was also a fine golfer with seven top-10 finishes in the Open Championship.
His other brother, Andrew Strath, won the 1865 Open Championship.
George had three brothers, one of which was not a professional golfer.