About Herbert Böcher
Lived 1903 – 1983 (aged 79). Herbert Böcher was a German middle-distance runner.
Oskar Herbert Böcher (22 February 1903 – 14 January 1983) was a German middle-distance runner who competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
Career Böcher finished second behind Georges Baraton in the 1 mile event at the 1926 AAA Championships.
Böcher competed in the men's 1500 metres at the 1928 Olympic Games.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herbert Böcher?
German middle-distance runner (1903-1983)
When was Herbert Böcher born?
Herbert Böcher was born on 22 February 1903 in Siegen.
When did Herbert Böcher die?
Herbert Böcher died on 14 January 1983 in Koppl.
What was Herbert Böcher's occupation?
Herbert Böcher was a middle-distance runner.
What nationality was Herbert Böcher?
Herbert Böcher was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herbert Böcher. https://biography.guide/herbert-bocher/
MLA: "Herbert Böcher." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herbert-bocher/.
Chicago: "Herbert Böcher." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/herbert-bocher/.
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