About Bertil Sandström
Lived 1887 – 1964 (aged 77). Bertil Sandström was a Swedish dressage rider and military personnel.
Karl Bertil Sandström (25 November 1887 – 1 December 1964) was a Swedish military officer and horse rider. He competed at the 1920, 1924 and 1932 Summer Olympics in the individual dressage and won silver medals in 1920 and 1924. In 1932, he won another silver in the team dressage. In the individual event, he originally placed second, but was moved to the last place for using clicking sounds to control his horse, which was not allowed.
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Who was Bertil Sandström?
equestrian (1887–1964)
When was Bertil Sandström born?
Bertil Sandström was born on 25 November 1887 in Gävle Parish.
When did Bertil Sandström die?
Bertil Sandström died on 1 December 1964 in Solna.
What was Bertil Sandström's occupation?
Bertil Sandström was a dressage rider and military personnel.
What nationality was Bertil Sandström?
Bertil Sandström was Swedish.
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