About Hans Baltisberger
Lived 1922 – 1956 (aged 33). Hans Baltisberger was a German motorcycle racer.
Hans Baltisberger (10 September 1922 – 26 August 1956 Brno) was a German professional Grand Prix motorcycle road racer.
Motorcycle racing career Baltisberger was born in the Betzingen District of Reutlingen, Germany. His father was a doctor, he had three sisters and one brother. His best year was in 1954 when he finished the season in fifth place in the 250cc world championship.
Baltisberger was killed while riding a 250cc NSU motorcycle at the 1956 Czechoslovak Grand Prix, a non-championship event at the Masaryk Circuit in Brno.
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Who was Hans Baltisberger?
German motorcycle racer (1922–1956)
When was Hans Baltisberger born?
Hans Baltisberger was born on 10 September 1922 in Betzingen.
When did Hans Baltisberger die?
Hans Baltisberger died on 26 August 1956 in Brno.
What was Hans Baltisberger's occupation?
Hans Baltisberger was a motorcycle racer.
What nationality was Hans Baltisberger?
Hans Baltisberger was German.
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