About Johan Andersen
Lived 1920 – 2003 (aged 83). Johan Andersen was a Danish canoeist.
Johan Frederik Kobberup Andersen (24 January 1920] – 7 May 2003 in Struer) was a Danish sprint canoeist from Aarhus who competed in the late 1940s and early 1950s. He won a silver medal in the K-1 1000 m event at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London.
Andersen also won a complete set of medals at the ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships with a gold (K-1 500 m: 1950), a silver (K-1 4 x 500 m: 1950), and a bronze (K-1 4 x 500 m: 1948).
At club level he roved in Struer Kajakklub. His kayaks were typically built by his brother, Svend.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johan Andersen?
Danish canoe racer (1920–2003)
When was Johan Andersen born?
Johan Andersen was born on 24 January 1920 in Aarhus.
When did Johan Andersen die?
Johan Andersen died on 7 May 2003 in Struer.
What was Johan Andersen's occupation?
Johan Andersen was a canoeist.
What nationality was Johan Andersen?
Johan Andersen was Danish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Johan Andersen (canoeist)
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