About Jan Langedijk
Lived 1910 – 1981 (aged 71). Jan Langedijk was a Dutch speed skater.
Jan Langedijk (27 July 1910 – 3 December 1981) was a Dutch speed skater who competed at the 1936 and 1948 Winter Olympics. In 1936 he finished 24th in the 500 m, 14th in the 1500 m, fourth in the 5000 m and sixth in the 10,000 m event. Twelve years later he placed 29th in the 500 m, 13th in the 1500 m, fifth in the 5000 m and sixth in the 10,000 m events. Domestically he won the Dutch allround titles in 1940 and 1947.
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Who was Jan Langedijk?
Dutch speed skater (1910-1981)
When was Jan Langedijk born?
Jan Langedijk was born on 27 July 1910 in Oudkarspel.
When did Jan Langedijk die?
Jan Langedijk died on 3 December 1981 in Beemster.
What was Jan Langedijk's occupation?
Jan Langedijk was a speed skater.
What nationality was Jan Langedijk?
Jan Langedijk was Dutch.
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