About Jaap Helder
Lived 1907 – 1998 (aged 90). Jaap Helder was a Dutch skipper and writer.
Jacob "Jaap" Helder (11 November 1907 in Paterswolde – 13 January 1998 in Paterswolde) is a sailor from the Netherlands, who represented his country at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Naples. After the 5th race Gerard Lautenschutz, who was crewing on the Dutch Flying Dutchman Daisy (H102), needed to go home due to family circumstances. Helder with helmsman Ben Verhagen crewed the last three races. The team took 5th place.
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Who was Jaap Helder?
Olympic sailor (1907-1998)
When was Jaap Helder born?
Jaap Helder was born on 24 November 1907 in Paterswolde.
When did Jaap Helder die?
Jaap Helder died on 13 January 1998.
What was Jaap Helder's occupation?
Jaap Helder was a skipper and writer.
What nationality was Jaap Helder?
Jaap Helder was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jaap Helder. https://biography.guide/jaap-helder/
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