About Herbert von Petersdorff
Lived 1882 – 1917 (aged 35). Herbert von Petersdorff was a German swimmer and water polo player.
Herbert Willibald Bernhard von Petersdorff (2 January 1882 – 5 July 1964) was a German swimmer who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics. He was a member of the German swimming team, which won the gold medal at the Paris Games. He was born in Berlin.
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Who was Herbert von Petersdorff?
German swimmer (1882-1917)
When was Herbert von Petersdorff born?
Herbert von Petersdorff was born on 2 January 1882 in Berlin.
When did Herbert von Petersdorff die?
Herbert von Petersdorff died on 16 January 1917 in Darmstadt.
What was Herbert von Petersdorff's occupation?
Herbert von Petersdorff was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Herbert von Petersdorff?
Herbert von Petersdorff was German.
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