About István Bárány
Lived 1907 – 1995 (aged 87). István Bárány was a Hungarian journalist, swimmer, athlete and professional athlete.
István Bárány (20 December 1907 – 21 February 1995) was a Hungarian swimmer who competed at the 1924, 1928 and 1932 Summer Olympics.
In 1924 he was twelfth in the 100 m freestyle. Four years later he won a silver medal in 100 m freestyle and was fourth in the 4×200 m freestyle relay. In 1932, he won a bronze medal in the 4×200 m freestyle relay and was eliminated in a semifinal of 100 m freestyle.
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Who was István Bárány?
swimmer (1907–1995)
When was István Bárány born?
István Bárány was born on 20 December 1907 in Eger.
When did István Bárány die?
István Bárány died on 21 February 1995 in Budapest.
What was István Bárány's occupation?
István Bárány was a journalist, swimmer, athlete and professional athlete.
What nationality was István Bárány?
István Bárány was Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). István Bárány. https://biography.guide/istvan-barany/
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