About Hans von Blixen-Finecke
Lived 1916 – 2005 (aged 88). Hans von Blixen-Finecke was a Swedish event rider and military personnel.
Baron Nils Gustaf Fredrik Bror "Hans" von Blixen-Finecke Jr. (20 July 1916 – 16 February 2005) was a Swedish Army officer and horse rider. He competed in the three-day eventing at the 1952 and 1956 Summer Olympics and won individual and team gold medals in 1952. He was the nephew of Bror von Blixen-Finecke and writer Karen Blixen. He was born as Nils Gustaf Fredrik Bror, but since the age of one was called Hans after his father, who died in an airplane crash.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hans von Blixen-Finecke?
Swedish equestrian (1916–2005)
When was Hans von Blixen-Finecke born?
Hans von Blixen-Finecke was born on 20 July 1916 in Linköping.
When did Hans von Blixen-Finecke die?
Hans von Blixen-Finecke died on 16 February 2005 in Penzance.
What was Hans von Blixen-Finecke's occupation?
Hans von Blixen-Finecke was an event rider and military personnel.
What nationality was Hans von Blixen-Finecke?
Hans von Blixen-Finecke was Swedish.
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· Wikipedia: Hans von Blixen-Finecke
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