About Hans Freese
Lived 1918 – 1941 (aged 23). Hans Freese was a swimmer.
Johann Heinrich Freese (17 February 1918 – 8 July 1941) was a German swimmer who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. He was killed in action during the Second World War.
Personal life Free served in the German Army during the Second World War. He was severely wounded during the Siege of Leningrad, and died of his wounds in Bremen. Feldwebel in the German Army.
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Who was Hans Freese?
Olympic swimmer (1918-1941)
When was Hans Freese born?
Hans Freese was born on 17 February 1918 in Bremen.
When did Hans Freese die?
Hans Freese died on 8 July 1941 in Kalisz.
What was Hans Freese's occupation?
Hans Freese was a swimmer.
What nationality was Hans Freese?
Hans Freese's recorded nationality: German Reich.
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