About Joop Zalm
Lived 1897 – 1969 (aged 71). Joop Zalm was a Dutch weightlifter.
Josephus Wilhelmus "Joop" Zalm (13 November 1897 – 5 February 1969) was a Dutch male weightlifter, who competed in the Middleweight category and represented the Netherlands at international competitions. He competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
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Who was Joop Zalm?
Dutch weightlifter (1897-1969)
When was Joop Zalm born?
Joop Zalm was born on 13 November 1897 in The Hague.
When did Joop Zalm die?
Joop Zalm died on 5 February 1969 in The Hague.
What was Joop Zalm's occupation?
Joop Zalm was a weightlifter.
What nationality was Joop Zalm?
Joop Zalm was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joop Zalm. https://biography.guide/joop-zalm/
MLA: "Joop Zalm." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joop-zalm/.
Chicago: "Joop Zalm." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joop-zalm/.
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