About Eugène Balme
Lived 1874 – 1914 (aged 39). Eugène Balme was a French engineer and sport shooter.
Eugène Jean François Balme (22 November 1874 – 24 February 1914) was a French sport shooter who competed at the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris and 1908 Summer Olympics in London.
In 1900 at Paris he won the bronze medal in the 25 metre rapid fire pistol event. Eight years later at London he won another bronze medal in the team free rifle event and was fourth in team military rifle event.
He was born in Oullins and died in Paris. He killed himself in 1914.
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Who was Eugène Balme?
sport shooter (1874-1914)
When was Eugène Balme born?
Eugène Balme was born on 22 November 1874 in Oullins.
When did Eugène Balme die?
Eugène Balme died on 24 February 1914 in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Eugène Balme's occupation?
Eugène Balme was an engineer and sport shooter.
What nationality was Eugène Balme?
Eugène Balme was French.
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