About David Carstens
Lived 1914 – 1955 (aged 40–41). David Carstens was a South African boxer.
David Daniel Carstens (23 September 1913 – 6 August 1955) was a South African boxer who competed in the Olympic Games in 1932. He won the gold medal in the light heavyweight competition in Los Angeles, beating Gino Rossi of Italy in the final match. He was born in Strand
1932 Olympic record Quarterfinal: defeated Hans Berger (Germany) on points Semifinal: defeated Peter Jorgensen (Denmark) on points Final: defeated Gino Rossi (Italy) on points (won gold medal)
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Who was David Carstens?
boxer
When was David Carstens born?
David Carstens was born in 1914 in Western Cape.
When did David Carstens die?
David Carstens died on 6 August 1955 in Johannesburg.
What was David Carstens's occupation?
David Carstens was a boxer.
What nationality was David Carstens?
David Carstens was South African.
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