About Jaap Knol
Lived 1896 – 1975 (aged 78). Jaap Knol was a Dutch association football player and athletics competitor.
Jaap Knol (1 December 1896 – 8 October 1975) was a Dutch athlete. He competed in the men's javelin throw at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jaap Knol?
Dutch athlete (1896-1975)
When was Jaap Knol born?
Jaap Knol was born on 1 December 1896 in Uitgeest.
When did Jaap Knol die?
Jaap Knol died on 8 October 1975 in Amsterdam.
What was Jaap Knol's occupation?
Jaap Knol was an association football player and athletics competitor.
What nationality was Jaap Knol?
Jaap Knol was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jaap Knol. https://biography.guide/jaap-knol/
MLA: "Jaap Knol." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jaap-knol/.
Chicago: "Jaap Knol." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jaap-knol/.
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