Charles Andrew Caldwell (January 6, 1920 – June 14, 2000) was a

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coach who served as the head coach of the

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in 1955. He played college football at

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Early life and education

Chan Caldwell was born on January 6, 1920, in

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. Caldwell played college football at

. He played two seasons of college football. In 1946, he had 4 catches for 37 yards. In 1947 he had four catches for 48 yards.

Coaching career

Ottawa Rough Riders

In 1955, he was the head coach of the

. He had a record of 3–9.

Death

Caldwell died on June 14, 2000 at the age of 80.

References

1920 births 2000 deaths Tennessee Volunteers football players Ottawa Rough Riders coaches People from Knoxville, Tennessee American expatriates in Canada {{Canadianfootball-bio-stub