About Freddie van der Goes
Lived 1908 – 1976 (aged 67). Freddie van der Goes was a South African swimmer.
Frederika "Freddie" Jacoba van der Goes (26 November 1908 – 24 October 1976) was a South African freestyle swimmer who competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics.
She was born and died in Pretoria.
In 1928 she was a member of the South African relay team which won the bronze medal in the 4×100 m freestyle relay event
She also competed in the 400 metre freestyle competition and finished fifth.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Freddie van der Goes?
swimmer (1908-1976)
When was Freddie van der Goes born?
Freddie van der Goes was born on 26 November 1908 in Pretoria.
When did Freddie van der Goes die?
Freddie van der Goes died on 24 October 1976 in Pretoria.
What was Freddie van der Goes's occupation?
Freddie van der Goes was a swimmer.
What nationality was Freddie van der Goes?
Freddie van der Goes was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Freddie van der Goes. https://biography.guide/freddie-van-der-goes/
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