About August Lütke-Westhues
Lived 1926 – 2000 (aged 74). August Lütke-Westhues was a German event rider, equestrian and olympic competitor.
August Lütke-Westhüs (25 July 1926 – 8 September 2000) was a German equestrian and Olympic champion. He won a gold medal in show jumping with the German team at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Stockholm.
His brother Alfons Lütke-Westhues was also an equestrian, and won an Olympic gold medal.
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Who was August Lütke-Westhues?
German equestrian (1926–2000)
When was August Lütke-Westhues born?
August Lütke-Westhues was born on 25 July 1926 in Westbevern.
When did August Lütke-Westhues die?
August Lütke-Westhues died on 1 September 2000 in Münster.
What was August Lütke-Westhues's occupation?
August Lütke-Westhues was an event rider, equestrian and olympic competitor.
What nationality was August Lütke-Westhues?
August Lütke-Westhues was German.
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