About Gilbert Chapron
Lived 1933 – 2016 (aged 82). Gilbert Chapron was a French boxer.
Gilbert Chapron (October 7, 1933 – September 5, 2016) was a French boxer, who competed in the middleweight division (– 75 kg) during his career as an amateur. He was born in Blois, Loir-et-Cher.
Amateur career Chapron represented France as a Middleweight (75 kg) at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic games, capturing a bronze medal.
Olympic results 1st round bye Defeated Roger Rouse (United States) points Lost to Ramón Tapia (Chile) points
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Who was Gilbert Chapron?
French boxer (1933-2016)
When was Gilbert Chapron born?
Gilbert Chapron was born on 7 October 1933 in Blois.
When did Gilbert Chapron die?
Gilbert Chapron died on 5 September 2016 in Blois.
What was Gilbert Chapron's occupation?
Gilbert Chapron was a boxer.
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Gilbert Chapron was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gilbert Chapron. https://biography.guide/gilbert-chapron/
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