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José Oriol Canals Farriols

1914 – 1937

Spanish sportsperson

Cross-country skier Trekker
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About José Oriol Canals Farriols

Lived 1914 – 1937 (aged 22). José Oriol Canals Farriols was a Spanish cross-country skier and trekker.

José Canals (10 October 1914 – 5 August 1937) was a Spanish cross-country skier. He competed in the men's 18 kilometre event at the 1936 Winter Olympics. He was killed during the Spanish Civil War.

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Important facts

Born
10 October 1914, Barcelona
Birth century
20th century
Died
5 August 1937, La Borbolla
Occupation
Cross-country skier, trekker
Nationality
Spain
Also known as
José Canals Farriols, Josep Oriol Canals Farriols, Oriol Canals Farriols, José Canals

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Frequently asked questions

Who was José Oriol Canals Farriols?

Spanish sportsperson (1914-1937)

When was José Oriol Canals Farriols born?

José Oriol Canals Farriols was born on 10 October 1914 in Barcelona.

When did José Oriol Canals Farriols die?

José Oriol Canals Farriols died on 5 August 1937 in La Borbolla.

What was José Oriol Canals Farriols's occupation?

José Oriol Canals Farriols was a cross-country skier and trekker.

What nationality was José Oriol Canals Farriols?

José Oriol Canals Farriols was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José Oriol Canals Farriols

· Wikidata: Q23928708

· DBpedia: José Canals

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