About Jan Vrolijk
Lived 1917 – 1998 (aged 80). Jan Vrolijk was a Dutch canoeist.
Johannes "Jan" Vrolijk (March 21, 1917 – January 18, 1998) was a Dutch canoeist who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. He was born in Zaandam and died in Almelo.
In 1936, he finished ninth in the folding K-1 10000 m event.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jan Vrolijk?
Dutch canoeist (1917-1998)
When was Jan Vrolijk born?
Jan Vrolijk was born on 21 March 1917 in Zaandam.
When did Jan Vrolijk die?
Jan Vrolijk died on 18 January 1998 in Almelo.
What was Jan Vrolijk's occupation?
Jan Vrolijk was a canoeist.
What nationality was Jan Vrolijk?
Jan Vrolijk was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan Vrolijk. https://biography.guide/jan-vrolijk/
MLA: "Jan Vrolijk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jan-vrolijk/.
Chicago: "Jan Vrolijk." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jan-vrolijk/.
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