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Jitse van der Veen

1928 – 1976

Dutch swimmer

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About Jitse van der Veen

Lived 1928 – 1976 (aged 47). Jitse van der Veen was a Dutch swimmer.

Jitse van der Veen (2 November 1928 – 19 September 1976) was a Dutch swimmer. He competed at the 1952 Summer Olympics in the 100 m backstroke event, but failed to reach the final.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jitse van der Veen?

Dutch swimmer

When was Jitse van der Veen born?

Jitse van der Veen was born on 2 November 1928 in Leeuwarden.

When did Jitse van der Veen die?

Jitse van der Veen died on 19 September 1976 in Leeuwarden.

What was Jitse van der Veen's occupation?

Jitse van der Veen was a swimmer.

What nationality was Jitse van der Veen?

Jitse van der Veen was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jitse van der Veen

· Wikidata: Q16008116

· DBpedia: Jitse van der Veen

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