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Gaston Kaanen

1892 – 1970

Fencer

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About Gaston Kaanen

Lived 1892 – 1970 (aged 77–78). Gaston Kaanen was a Belgian athlete.

Gerardus Kaanen (22 August 1892 – 4 May 1970) was a Belgian fencer. He competed in the team sabre event at the 1928 Summer Olympics.

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Important facts

Born

22 August 1892

Birth century

19th century

Died

1970

Occupation

Athlete

Nationality

Belgium

Also known as

Gerardus Kaanen

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Gaston Kaanen's

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1852 – 1939

Mathematician

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Heike Kamerlingh Onnes

Theoretical physicist

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1853 – 1948

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gaston Kaanen?

fencer

When was Gaston Kaanen born?

Gaston Kaanen was born on 22 August 1892.

When did Gaston Kaanen die?

Gaston Kaanen died in 1970.

What was Gaston Kaanen's occupation?

Gaston Kaanen was an athlete.

What nationality was Gaston Kaanen?

Gaston Kaanen was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gaston Kaanen

· Wikidata: Q5526742

· DBpedia: Gaston Kaanen

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