Harry Smyth

Charles Henry "Harry" Smyth (February 21, 1910 - September 20, 1992) was a Canadian speed skater who competed in the 1932 Winter Olympics, finishing 8th in the 5000m.

He was born in Moncton, New Brunswick.

Notable achievements:

  • Winner of the World Championship in 1926;
  • Won every race in which he competed in 1926, including the NB, Maritime, Canadian, and World Championship titles;
  • Winner of Canadian champion in 1926, ’27 and ’28;
  • Winner of the City Championship of Moncton in 1922 and ’43;
  • Won NB titles in 1922 (12 and under); 1926 (16 and under); 1930, ’33 (Seniors);
  • Winner of the Maritime Speed Skating title in 1925, ’26 and ’43;
  • Won the NB and Quebec titles in 1930;
  • Inducted into the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame in 1973.