About Jonas Slier
Lived 1886 – 1942 (aged 56). Jonas Slier was a Dutch gymnast and artistic gymnast.
Jonas Slier (22 March 1886 in Amsterdam – 5 November 1942 in Auschwitz concentration camp ) was a Dutch gymnast who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics.
Jonas Slier was part of the Dutch gymnastics team, which finished seventh in the team event. In the individual all-around competition he finished 96th. There is no evidence that another Jonas Slier, the uncle of Philip Slier was the athlete mentioned above.
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Who was Jonas Slier?
Dutch gymnast
When was Jonas Slier born?
Jonas Slier was born on 22 March 1886 in Amsterdam.
When did Jonas Slier die?
Jonas Slier died on 5 November 1942 in Auschwitz.
What was Jonas Slier's occupation?
Jonas Slier was a gymnast and artistic gymnast.
What nationality was Jonas Slier?
Jonas Slier was Dutch.
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