About Henri Gance
Lived 1888 – 1953 (aged 65). Henri Gance was a French weightlifter.
Henri Gance (17 March 1888 – 29 November 1953) was a French weightlifter who won a gold medal at the 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp, representing France.
Gance took up weightlifting in 1908 and was a French champion in 1920.
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Who was Henri Gance?
French weightlifter (1888-1953)
When was Henri Gance born?
Henri Gance was born on 17 March 1888 in 3rd arrondissement of Paris.
When did Henri Gance die?
Henri Gance died on 29 November 1953 in 13th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Henri Gance's occupation?
Henri Gance was a weightlifter.
What nationality was Henri Gance?
Henri Gance was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Henri Gance. https://biography.guide/henri-gance/
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