About Annelie Ehrhardt
Lived 1950 – 2024 (aged 74). Annelie Ehrhardt was a German athletics competitor.
Annelie Ehrhardt (née Jahns; 18 June 1950 – 18 October 2024) was an East German hurdler. She won the gold medal in the inaugural 100 metre hurdles event at the 1972 Summer Olympics held in Munich, West Germany, setting a new world record, and becoming the first East German Olympic Champion in this event. She also won a silver medal at the 1971 European Championships and a gold medal at the 1974 European Championships in a new championship record of 12.66 seconds.
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Who was Annelie Ehrhardt?
East German hurdler (1950–2024)
When was Annelie Ehrhardt born?
Annelie Ehrhardt was born on 18 June 1950 in Hötensleben.
When did Annelie Ehrhardt die?
Annelie Ehrhardt died on 22 October 2024 in Magdeburg.
What was Annelie Ehrhardt's occupation?
Annelie Ehrhardt was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Annelie Ehrhardt?
Annelie Ehrhardt was German.
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