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Eduard Schönecker

1885 – 1963

Austrian athlete

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Lived 1885 – 1963 (aged 78). Eduard Schönecker was an Austrian association football player, architect, athletics competitor, master builder, beamter and athlete.

Erich Eduard "Edi" Schönecker (January 21, 1885 – April 6, 1963) was an Austrian athlete, football (soccer) player, and architect. He competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London.

Biography In the 100 metres event, Schönecker finished fourth place in his first round heat and did not advance to the semifinals. He placed third in his preliminary heat of the 200 metres competition to be eliminated from that event as well. He played football for SK Rapid Wien and was able to win 1 cap for Austria. He is also well known for building sports stadiums. He designed the Stadium Pfarrwiese, which was the home of Rapid Wien until 1981. He was responsible for the construction of the Hohe Warte Stadium, which is the home of Austria's oldest football club First Vienna FC. This stadium was the biggest in Europe at this time and is still in use.

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Erich Schönecker, Erich Eduard "Edi" Schönecker

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Eduard Schönecker?

Austrian athlete (1885-1964)

When was Eduard Schönecker born?

Eduard Schönecker was born on 21 January 1885 in Vienna.

When did Eduard Schönecker die?

Eduard Schönecker died on 6 April 1963 in Vienna.

What was Eduard Schönecker's occupation?

Eduard Schönecker was an association football player, architect, athletics competitor, master builder, beamter and athlete.

What nationality was Eduard Schönecker?

Eduard Schönecker was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eduard Schönecker

· Wikidata: Q86933

· DBpedia: Eduard Schönecker

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