About Erich Metze
Lived 1909 – 1952 (aged 43). Erich Metze was a German sport cyclist.
Erich Metze (7 May 1909 – 28 May 1952) was a German professional cyclist.
He began his career as a road racer, and in 1931 won the Deutschland Tour and finished eights in the Tour de France. He then changed to motor-paced racing. In this discipline, he won four medals at the UCI Motor-paced World Championships between 1933 and 1938, including two gold medals in 1934 and 1938.
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Who was Erich Metze?
German cyclist (1909–1952)
When was Erich Metze born?
Erich Metze was born on 7 May 1909 in Dortmund.
When did Erich Metze die?
Erich Metze died on 28 May 1952 in Erfurt.
What was Erich Metze's occupation?
Erich Metze was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Erich Metze?
Erich Metze was German.
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