About Jan van der Wiel
Lived 1892 – 1962 (aged 70). Jan van der Wiel was a Dutch fencer and military officer.
Jan van der Wiel (31 May 1892 – 24 November 1962) was a Dutch épée, foil and sabre fencer. He won a bronze medal at the 1920 Summer Olympics and the 1924 Summer Olympics in the team sabre competitions.
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Who was Jan van der Wiel?
Dutch fencer
When was Jan van der Wiel born?
Jan van der Wiel was born on 31 May 1892 in Breda.
When did Jan van der Wiel die?
Jan van der Wiel died on 24 November 1962 in The Hague.
What was Jan van der Wiel's occupation?
Jan van der Wiel was a fencer and military officer.
What nationality was Jan van der Wiel?
Jan van der Wiel was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan van der Wiel. https://biography.guide/jan-van-der-wiel/
MLA: "Jan van der Wiel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jan-van-der-wiel/.
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