About Erik Adlerz
Lived 1892 – 1975 (aged 83). Erik Adlerz was a Swedish competitive diver.
Erik Wilhelm "Loppan" Adlerz (23 July 1892 – 8 September 1975) was a Swedish diver who competed at the 1908, 1912, 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics.
In 1908 he was eliminated in the first round in the 10 metre platform event. Four years later he won gold medals in the 10 m platform and plain high diving. In 1920 he won the silver medal in the 10 m platform; in the plain high diving event he finished fourth next to three Swedish teammates. In 1924 he finished fourth in the 10 m platform and failed to reach the final in the plain high diving.
He was the elder brother of Märta Adlerz, who competed in swimming at the 1912 Olympics. In 1986 he was inducted to the International Swimming Hall of Fame.
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Who was Erik Adlerz?
Swedish diver (1892-1975)
When was Erik Adlerz born?
Erik Adlerz was born on 23 July 1892 in Klara Church Parish.
When did Erik Adlerz die?
Erik Adlerz died on 8 September 1975 in Härlanda.
What was Erik Adlerz's occupation?
Erik Adlerz was a competitive diver.
What nationality was Erik Adlerz?
Erik Adlerz was Swedish.
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