About Erland Herkenrath
Lived 1912 – 2003 (aged 90). Erland Herkenrath was a Swiss handball player.
Erland Franz Herkenrath (September 24, 1912 – July 17, 2003) was a Swiss field handball player who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics.
He was born in Zürich and died in Weggis. Spending his entire club career in Grasshopper Club Zürich, he became Swiss champion six times with the club.
In 1936 he played all five matches as part of the Swiss field handball team, which won the bronze medal.
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Who was Erland Herkenrath?
Swiss handball player (1912-2003)
When was Erland Herkenrath born?
Erland Herkenrath was born on 24 September 1912 in Zurich.
When did Erland Herkenrath die?
Erland Herkenrath died on 17 July 2003 in Weggis.
What was Erland Herkenrath's occupation?
Erland Herkenrath was a handball player.
What nationality was Erland Herkenrath?
Erland Herkenrath was Swiss.
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