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Oct 01, 1843 St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom Died on 21 Jan 1919 (aged 75)
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About George Strath
- 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.
