About Axel Thieme
Lived 1939 – 2006 (aged 66). Axel Thieme was a German field hockey player.
Axel Hermann Thieme (born 15 May 1939; died 17 March 2006 in Leipzig ) is a German former field hockey player who competed at the 1964 Summer Olympics and the 1968 Summer Olympics. He was born in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany.
Olympic events 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, competing for the United Team of Germany: Men's field hockey – 5th place
1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, competing for East Germany: Men's field hockey – 11th place
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Who was Axel Thieme?
East German field hockey player (1939-2006)
When was Axel Thieme born?
Axel Thieme was born on 15 May 1939 in Leipzig.
When did Axel Thieme die?
Axel Thieme died on 17 March 2006 in Leipzig.
What was Axel Thieme's occupation?
Axel Thieme was a field hockey player.
What nationality was Axel Thieme?
Axel Thieme was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Axel Thieme. https://biography.guide/axel-thieme/
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