About Hidde Leegstra
Lived 1912 – 1980 (aged 68). Hidde Leegstra was a Dutch field hockey player and aircraft pilot.
Tjerk Hidde Leegstra (January 27, 1912 – October 23, 1980) was an American and Dutch field hockey player. He became an American citizen in June 1955 and competed in the men's tournament at the 1956 Summer Olympics.
Leegstra was also a pilot for the Royal Netherlands Air Force before and during World War II.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hidde Leegstra?
Dutch field hockey player (1912-1980)
When was Hidde Leegstra born?
Hidde Leegstra was born on 27 January 1912 in Surabaya.
When did Hidde Leegstra die?
Hidde Leegstra died on 23 October 1980 in Carvoeiro.
What was Hidde Leegstra's occupation?
Hidde Leegstra was a field hockey player and aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Hidde Leegstra?
Hidde Leegstra was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hidde Leegstra. https://biography.guide/hidde-leegstra/
MLA: "Hidde Leegstra." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hidde-leegstra/.
Chicago: "Hidde Leegstra." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/hidde-leegstra/.
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