About Hans-Joachim Klein
Born 1942. Hans-Joachim Klein is a German swimmer, athlete and landrat.
Hans-Joachim Klein (; born 20 August 1942) is a retired West German freestyle swimmer. He competed in various freestyle sprint events at the 1960 and 1964 Olympics and won three silver and one bronze medals in 1964. In 1965 he was elected as German Sportspersonality of the Year.
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Who is Hans-Joachim Klein?
German Olympic medalist in swimming
When was Hans-Joachim Klein born?
Hans-Joachim Klein was born on 20 August 1942 in Darmstadt.
What is Hans-Joachim Klein's occupation?
Hans-Joachim Klein is a swimmer, athlete and landrat.
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Hans-Joachim Klein is German.
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