About Henk van Essen
Lived 1909 – 1968 (aged 59). Henk van Essen was a Dutch swimmer.
Henk van Essen (5 February 1909 – 23 December 1968) was a Dutch freestyle swimmer. He competed in two events at the 1928 Summer Olympics. His last result is the 10th place for the men's 4x200 m freestyle - heat during the Olympic Games 1928.
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Who was Henk van Essen?
Dutch swimmer
When was Henk van Essen born?
Henk van Essen was born on 5 February 1909 in Amsterdam.
When did Henk van Essen die?
Henk van Essen died on 23 December 1968 in Kortenhoef.
What was Henk van Essen's occupation?
Henk van Essen was a swimmer.
What nationality was Henk van Essen?
Henk van Essen was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Henk van Essen. https://biography.guide/henk-van-essen/
MLA: "Henk van Essen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/henk-van-essen/.
Chicago: "Henk van Essen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/henk-van-essen/.
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