About Bernhard Leene
Lived 1903 – 1988 (aged 85). Bernhard Leene was a Dutch track cyclist, sport cyclist and resistance fighter.
Bernardus Petrus Leene (14 February 1903 – 24 November 1988) was a track cyclist from the Netherlands, who represented his native country at three Summer Olympics (1928, 1932, and 1936).
After having won a Gold at the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, Netherlands (2.000 m Tandem), he captured the silver medal eight years later in the 2000 m Tandem.
He had one daughter, Antoinette, and two granddaughters, Marita and Monique. All three women were top swimmers and Monique was an Olympian, swimming for New Zealand in the 1976 Olympic games.
During World War II he was a prominent member of the Resistance in The Hague.
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Who was Bernhard Leene?
Dutch racing cyclist (1903–1988)
When was Bernhard Leene born?
Bernhard Leene was born on 15 February 1903 in The Hague.
When did Bernhard Leene die?
Bernhard Leene died on 24 November 1988 in Amsterdam.
What was Bernhard Leene's occupation?
Bernhard Leene was a track cyclist, sport cyclist and resistance fighter.
What nationality was Bernhard Leene?
Bernhard Leene was Dutch.
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