About Gustav Rau
Born 1878. Gustav Rau was a German athletics competitor.
Gustav Adolf Friedrich Gottfried Rau (born February 20, 1878, date of death unknown) was a German track and field athlete who competed at the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. He was born in Frankfurt.
Rau competed in the 200 metre hurdles. He placed fifth in his first-round (semifinal) heat, not qualifying for the final.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gustav Rau?
German track and field athlete
When was Gustav Rau born?
Gustav Rau was born on 20 February 1878 in Frankfurt.
What was Gustav Rau's occupation?
Gustav Rau was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Gustav Rau?
Gustav Rau was German.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gustav Rau (athlete)
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