About Jan de Boer
Lived 1859 – 1941 (aged 82). Jan de Boer was a Dutch artistic gymnast.
Jan de Boer (15 February 1859 in Nieuwe Pekela – 8 June 1941 in Amsterdam) was a Dutch gymnast who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. He carried the flag for the Netherlands at the Olympic Opening Ceremonies in London.
He was part of the Dutch gymnastics team, which finished seventh in the team event.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jan de Boer?
Dutch gymnast (1859-1941)
When was Jan de Boer born?
Jan de Boer was born on 15 February 1859 in Nieuwe Pekela.
When did Jan de Boer die?
Jan de Boer died on 8 June 1941 in Amsterdam.
What was Jan de Boer's occupation?
Jan de Boer was an artistic gymnast.
What nationality was Jan de Boer?
Jan de Boer was Dutch.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jan de Boer (gymnast)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan de Boer. https://biography.guide/jan-de-boer-artistic-gymnast/
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