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Henri Padou

1898 – 1981

French swimmer and water polo player

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About Henri Padou

Lived 1898 – 1981 (aged 83). Henri Padou was a French water polo player and swimmer.

Henri Padou (15 May 1898 – 19 November 1981) was a French water polo player and freestyle swimmer. He competed in water polo at the 1920, 1924, 1928 and 1936 Summer Olympics and finished in 9th, 1st, 3rd and 4th place, respectively. In 1920 and 1924, he also participated in the 100 m and 4 × 200 m swimming events but failed to reach the finals.

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Who was Henri Padou?

French swimmer and water polo player (1898–1981)

When was Henri Padou born?

Henri Padou was born on 15 May 1898 in Roubaix.

When did Henri Padou die?

Henri Padou died on 19 November 1981 in Wasquehal.

What was Henri Padou's occupation?

Henri Padou was a water polo player and swimmer.

What nationality was Henri Padou?

Henri Padou was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henri Padou

· Wikidata: Q1605975

· DBpedia: Henri Padou

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