About Hans Gehrig
Lived 1929 – 1989 (aged 59–60). Hans Gehrig was a Canadian and Swiss bobsledder, goldsmith and jeweler.
Hans Gehrig (17 August 1929 – 1989) was a Canadian bobsledder. He competed at the 1968 Winter Olympics and the 1972 Winter Olympics.
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Who was Hans Gehrig?
Canadian bobsledder and jeweller (1929-1989)
When was Hans Gehrig born?
Hans Gehrig was born on 17 August 1929 in Zurich, Brugg.
When did Hans Gehrig die?
Hans Gehrig died in 1989 in Mendrisio.
What was Hans Gehrig's occupation?
Hans Gehrig was a bobsledder, goldsmith and jeweler.
What nationality was Hans Gehrig?
Hans Gehrig was Canadian and Swiss.
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