About Franz Wathén
Lived 1878 – 1914 (aged 36). Franz Wathén was a Finnish speed skater.
Franz Frederik Wathén (30 March 1878 – 21 October 1914) was a Finnish speed skater.
Wathén became the first Finnish World Allround Champion in 1901 in Stockholm.
Records Personal bests 500 meter – 46,2 1500 meter – 2.30,8 5000 meter – 8.58,0 10000 meter – 18.44,0
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Franz Wathén?
Finnish speed skater (1878–1914)
When was Franz Wathén born?
Franz Wathén was born on 30 March 1878 in Helsinki.
When did Franz Wathén die?
Franz Wathén died on 21 October 1914 in Helsinki.
What was Franz Wathén's occupation?
Franz Wathén was a speed skater.
What nationality was Franz Wathén?
Franz Wathén was Finnish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Franz Frederik Wathén
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