About Bernhard von Gaza
Lived 1881 – 1917 (aged 36). Bernhard von Gaza was a German rower.
Bernhard von Gaza (6 May 1881 – 25 September 1917) was a German rower who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. He won a bronze medal in single sculls.
Barnhard was killed during the Battle of Menin Road Ridge of World War I. On 23 September 1917 he was wounded while leading an attack to recapture the 'Winterstellung' (Eagle Trench, Eagle House, Louis Farm), just east of Langemark. Barnhard was taken prisoner of war and transported to Dozinghem Casualty Clearing Station, where he succumbed to his wounds. He is buried at Dozinghem Military Cemetery, plot XVI, row B, grave 6.
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Who was Bernhard von Gaza?
German rower (1881–1917)
When was Bernhard von Gaza born?
Bernhard von Gaza was born on 6 May 1881 in Usedom.
When did Bernhard von Gaza die?
Bernhard von Gaza died on 25 September 1917 in Langemark-Poelkapelle.
What was Bernhard von Gaza's occupation?
Bernhard von Gaza was a rower.
What nationality was Bernhard von Gaza?
Bernhard von Gaza was German.
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