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Also Known As Baby Elephant • Baby Jack
Born June 20, 1912 • Mississippi
Died November 11, 1969 (aged 57) • Baton Rouge • Louisiana
Education Louisiana State University
Height/Weight 6 ft 5 inches, 285 lb (1.96 m, 129 kg)
Position tackle
Games Played 15
Games Started 3

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How tall was Jack Torrance?
Jack Torrance was 6 ft 5 inches, 285 lb (1.96 m, 129 kg).
When was Jack Torrance born?
Jack Torrance was born on June 20, 1912, in Oak Grove, Louisiana, United States.
What position did Jack Torrance play?
Jack Torrance played tackle.
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