About Franz Andrysek
Lived 1906 – 1981 (aged 75). Franz Andrysek was an Austrian weightlifter and strength athlete.
Franz Josef Andrysek (8 February 1906 – 9 February 1981) was an Austrian weightlifter who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics and in the 1928 Summer Olympics.
He was born and died in Vienna. In 1924 he finished 18th in the featherweight class. Four years later at the 1928 Games he won the gold medal in the men's featherweight event.
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Who was Franz Andrysek?
Austrian weightlifter
When was Franz Andrysek born?
Franz Andrysek was born on 8 February 1906 in Vienna.
When did Franz Andrysek die?
Franz Andrysek died on 9 February 1981 in Vienna.
What was Franz Andrysek's occupation?
Franz Andrysek was a weightlifter and strength athlete.
What nationality was Franz Andrysek?
Franz Andrysek was Austrian.
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