About Jan Feith
Lived 1874 – 1944 (aged 70). Jan Feith was a Dutch writer, journalist, filmmaker, illustrator, draftsperson and aristocrat.
Jan Feith (12 May 1874 – 2 September 1944) was a Dutch writer. His work was part of the literature event in the art competition at the 1932 Summer Olympics. In his younger years he was an accomplished sportsman. He celebrated some minor victories in cycling and speed skating, sports in which his friend Jaap Eden was the champion of his age.
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Who was Jan Feith?
Dutch writer and journalist (1874-1944)
When was Jan Feith born?
Jan Feith was born on 12 May 1874 in Amsterdam.
When did Jan Feith die?
Jan Feith died on 2 September 1944 in The Hague.
What was Jan Feith's occupation?
Jan Feith was a writer, journalist, filmmaker, illustrator, draftsperson and aristocrat.
What nationality was Jan Feith?
Jan Feith was Dutch.
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