About Henry Klein
Born 1952. Henry Klein is an athletics competitor.
Henry "Hank" Klein (born September 17, 1952) a racewalker who represents the United States Virgin Islands. He competed in the men's 20 kilometres walk at the 1976 Summer Olympics. He also competed in the 50K race walk at the 1976 World Championships in Athletics. The first ever World Championships in Athletics was necessitated by the International Olympic Committee eliminating the 50 kilometers race walk from the Olympic program in 1976.
As Hank Klein, he has continued as an active race walker in Masters athletics competitions.
Personal bests 20 kilometres walk – 1:43:58 (1976)
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Who is Henry Klein?
American racewalker
When was Henry Klein born?
Henry Klein was born on 17 September 1952.
What is Henry Klein's occupation?
Henry Klein is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Henry Klein?
Henry Klein's recorded nationality: United States Virgin Islands.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Henry Klein (athlete)
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