About Gérard Battaglia
Lived 1937 – 2015 (aged 77). Gérard Battaglia was a Monegasque sailor.
Gérard Battaglia (26 March 1937 – 2 March 2015) was a former sailor who represented Monaco at two Olympic Games in sailing.
Career
Alongside Jean-Pierre Crovetto and Jules Soccal Battaglia finished 23rd in the Dragon class at the 1960 Olympic Games. He won a bronze medal with Crovetto at the 1963 Mediterranean Games. In the 1976 Olympic Games he finished 23rd in the soling class with Borro and Claude Rossi.
Personal life
His son Philippe and nephew René Battaglia both competed for Monaco in the Olympics.
He later became president of the Monegasque Sailing Federation and an Officer of the Order of Saint-Charles.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gérard Battaglia?
Monegasque sailor
When was Gérard Battaglia born?
Gérard Battaglia was born on 26 March 1937 in Monaco.
When did Gérard Battaglia die?
Gérard Battaglia died on 2 March 2015.
What was Gérard Battaglia's occupation?
Gérard Battaglia was a sailor.
What nationality was Gérard Battaglia?
Gérard Battaglia was Monegasque.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gérard Battaglia. https://biography.guide/gerard-battaglia/
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