About Jean van Silfhout
Lived 1899 – 1942 (aged 42). Jean van Silfhout was a Belgian rower.
Jean van Silfhout (2 May 1899 – 29 January 1942 ) was a Belgian rower. He competed at the 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp with the men's coxed four, where they were eliminated in round one. At the 1924 Olympics, he competed in the eight event; in this regatta, the team was eliminated in the round one repêchage.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jean van Silfhout?
Belgian rower
When was Jean van Silfhout born?
Jean van Silfhout was born on 2 May 1899 in Sint-Amandsberg.
When did Jean van Silfhout die?
Jean van Silfhout died on 29 January 1942 in Ghent.
What was Jean van Silfhout's occupation?
Jean van Silfhout was a rower.
What nationality was Jean van Silfhout?
Jean van Silfhout was Belgian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Jean van Silfhout
· DBpedia: Jean van Silfhout (rower)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jean van Silfhout. https://biography.guide/jean-van-silfhout/
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