Hans Houtzager
Dutch hammer thrower
About Hans Houtzager
Lived 1910 – 1993 (aged 83). Hans Houtzager was a Dutch hammer thrower.
Johan Frederik Marie "Hans" Houtzager (26 August 1910 – 29 December 1993) was a Dutch hammer thrower. He competed at the 1936 and 1948 Summer Olympics and finished in 12th place in 1948. Two years earlier he was fifth at the 1946 European Athletics Championships.
Houtzager retired from competitions in 1952, shortly after winning his last national title. His son Hans Houtzager Jr. also competed in the hammer throw and became the national champion in 1969.
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Who was Hans Houtzager?
Dutch hammer thrower (1910-1993)
When was Hans Houtzager born?
Hans Houtzager was born on 26 August 1910 in Honselersdijk.
When did Hans Houtzager die?
Hans Houtzager died on 29 December 1993 in Beilen.
What was Hans Houtzager's occupation?
Hans Houtzager was a hammer thrower.
What nationality was Hans Houtzager?
Hans Houtzager was Dutch.
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