About Julius Person
Lived 1889 – 1915 (aged 26). Julius Person was a German sprinter.
Jakob "Jacques" Person (1 May 1889 – 15 July 1915) was a German track and field athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. In 1912 he was eliminated in the semi-finals of the 400 metres competition. In the 800 metres event he was eliminated in the first round.
He was killed in action during World War I.
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Who was Julius Person?
German sprinter (1889-1915)
When was Julius Person born?
Julius Person was born on 1 May 1889 in Saverne.
When did Julius Person die?
Julius Person died on 15 July 1915 in Flanders.
What was Julius Person's occupation?
Julius Person was a sprinter.
What nationality was Julius Person?
Julius Person was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Julius Person. https://biography.guide/julius-person/
MLA: "Julius Person." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/julius-person/.
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