About Josef Straßberger
Lived 1894 – 1950 (aged 56). Josef Straßberger was a German weightlifter and athlete.
Josef Straßberger (August 20, 1894 – October 10, 1950) was a German weightlifter who competed at the 1928 and 1932 Olympic Games. He won the gold medal in the heavyweight division in Amsterdam and the bronze medal in the same division in Los Angeles. He was born in Kolbermoor, Bavaria and died in Munich.
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Who was Josef Straßberger?
German weightlifter (1894–1950)
When was Josef Straßberger born?
Josef Straßberger was born on 20 August 1894 in Kolbermoor.
When did Josef Straßberger die?
Josef Straßberger died on 10 October 1950 in Munich.
What was Josef Straßberger's occupation?
Josef Straßberger was a weightlifter and athlete.
What nationality was Josef Straßberger?
Josef Straßberger was German.
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