About Gustaf Kilman
Lived 1882 – 1946 (aged 63). Gustaf Kilman was a Swedish equestrian.
Gustaf Olof Falhem Kilman (9 July 1882 – 21 February 1946) was a Swedish Army officer and horse rider who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics and in the 1920 Summer Olympics.
In 1912, he and his horse Gåtan (The Riddle), were part of the Swedish equestrian team, which won the gold medal in the team jumping. The team also won the King of Italy's challenge trophy. Eight years later, he finished 15th in the individual jumping event with his horse Irving.
Kilman was a captain in the Swedish Army.
He died in Gothenburg in 1946, at the age of 63. The cause of death was suicide.
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Who was Gustaf Kilman?
equestrian (1882–1946)
When was Gustaf Kilman born?
Gustaf Kilman was born on 9 July 1882 in Kungälv.
When did Gustaf Kilman die?
Gustaf Kilman died on 21 February 1946 in Gothenburg.
What was Gustaf Kilman's occupation?
Gustaf Kilman was an equestrian.
What nationality was Gustaf Kilman?
Gustaf Kilman was Swedish.
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