About Jan Ankerman
Lived 1906 – 1942 (aged 36). Jan Ankerman was a Dutch field hockey player.
Jan Geert Ankerman (March 2, 1906 in Wommels – December 27, 1942 in Rangoon, Burma) was a Dutch field hockey player who competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics. He was a member of the Dutch field hockey team, which won the silver medal. He played all four matches as halfback.
Ankerman died in a Japanese camp in Burma during World War II.
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Who was Jan Ankerman?
Dutch field hockey player (1906–1942)
When was Jan Ankerman born?
Jan Ankerman was born on 2 March 1906 in Wommels.
When did Jan Ankerman die?
Jan Ankerman died on 27 December 1942 in Yangon.
What was Jan Ankerman's occupation?
Jan Ankerman was a field hockey player.
What nationality was Jan Ankerman?
Jan Ankerman was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan Ankerman. https://biography.guide/jan-ankerman/
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