About Eduard Meijer
Lived 1878 – 1929 (aged 51). Eduard Meijer was a Dutch swimmer and water polo player.
Eduard Meijer (25 February 1878 – 20 March 1929) was a Dutch freestyle swimmer and water polo player who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics and 1908 Summer Olympics.
In 1900 he competed in the 4000 metre freestyle competition and finished fifth. Eight years later he participated in the 1500 metre freestyle competition, but he was eliminated in the first round. He was also part of the Dutch water polo team, which finished fourth in the 1908 tournament.
He is the older brother of Karel Meijer.
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Who was Eduard Meijer?
Dutch swimmer (1878–1929)
When was Eduard Meijer born?
Eduard Meijer was born on 25 February 1878 in Amsterdam.
When did Eduard Meijer die?
Eduard Meijer died on 20 March 1929 in Amsterdam.
What was Eduard Meijer's occupation?
Eduard Meijer was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Eduard Meijer?
Eduard Meijer was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eduard Meijer. https://biography.guide/eduard-meijer/
MLA: "Eduard Meijer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eduard-meijer/.
Chicago: "Eduard Meijer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eduard-meijer/.
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