About Hans Deutgen
Lived 1917 – 1989 (aged 72). Hans Deutgen was a Swedish archer.
Hans Teodor Deutgen (28 February 1917 in Stockholm, Sweden – 3 October 1989) was a World Champion archer who represented Sweden.
Career Deutgen remains the most successful male archer of all time at the World Archery Championships, winning the championship on four consecutive occasions between 1947 and 1950, before the event became biennial. Upon being presented with his fourth gold in 1950, he passed it to third place Russ Reynolds, who was suffering from leukemia. Deutgen retired from competition in 1953.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hans Deutgen?
archer (1917-1989)
When was Hans Deutgen born?
Hans Deutgen was born on 28 February 1917.
When did Hans Deutgen die?
Hans Deutgen died on 3 October 1989.
What was Hans Deutgen's occupation?
Hans Deutgen was an archer.
What nationality was Hans Deutgen?
Hans Deutgen was Swedish.
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