About Gerard Maarse
Lived 1929 – 1989 (aged 60). Gerard Maarse was a Dutch speed skater and skating coach.
Gerardus "Gerard" Maarse (1 March 1929 – 27 December 1989) was a Dutch speed skater who competed in the 1952 Winter Olympics and in the 1956 Winter Olympics.
He was born in Wilnis and died in Ermelo.
In 1952 he finished eighth in the 500 metres competition and twelfth in the 1500 metres event.
Four years later he finished eleventh in the 1500 metres contest, 18th in the 5000 metres competition, and 22nd in the 500 metres contest at the 1956 Games.
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Who was Gerard Maarse?
Dutch speed skater (1929–1989)
When was Gerard Maarse born?
Gerard Maarse was born on 1 March 1929 in Wilnis.
When did Gerard Maarse die?
Gerard Maarse died on 27 December 1989 in Ermelo.
What was Gerard Maarse's occupation?
Gerard Maarse was a speed skater and skating coach.
What nationality was Gerard Maarse?
Gerard Maarse was Dutch.
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