About Dirk Janssen
Lived 1881 – 1986 (aged 105). Dirk Janssen was a Dutch gymnast and artistic gymnast.
Dirk Janssen (11 July 1881 – 22 November 1986) was a Dutch gymnast who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics.
Born in Groningen, Janssen was part of the Dutch gymnastics team, which finished seventh in the team event. In the individual all-around competition he finished 69th.
He was the younger brother of Jan Janssen. He died at the age of 105 in Haarlem.
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Who was Dirk Janssen?
Dutch gymnast (1881-1986)
When was Dirk Janssen born?
Dirk Janssen was born on 11 July 1881 in Groningen.
When did Dirk Janssen die?
Dirk Janssen died on 22 November 1986 in Haarlem.
What was Dirk Janssen's occupation?
Dirk Janssen was a gymnast and artistic gymnast.
What nationality was Dirk Janssen?
Dirk Janssen was Dutch.
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