About Hans von Rosen
Lived 1888 – 1952 (aged 64). Hans von Rosen was a Swedish writer and dressage rider.
Count Hans Robert von Rosen (8 August 1888 – 2 September 1952) was a Swedish Army captain and horse rider who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics and in the 1920 Summer Olympics.
Career In 1912, he and his horse Lord Iron were part of the Swedish equestrian team, which won the gold medal in the team jumping.
Eight years later, he won the gold medal with the Swedish jumping team again, this time with his horse Poor Boy. He also competed in the individual dressage event and won the bronze medal with his horse Running Sister.
von Rosen became ryttmästare in 1925 and equerry at the Royal Court of Sweden the same year.
Awards and decorations King Gustaf V's Jubilee Commemorative Medal (1948) Knight of the Order of Vasa Second Class of the Military Cross
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Who was Hans von Rosen?
Swedish equestrian (1888-1952)
When was Hans von Rosen born?
Hans von Rosen was born on 8 August 1888 in Norsholm.
When did Hans von Rosen die?
Hans von Rosen died on 2 September 1952 in Norrköping.
What was Hans von Rosen's occupation?
Hans von Rosen was a writer and dressage rider.
What nationality was Hans von Rosen?
Hans von Rosen was Swedish.
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