About Karl Jansen
Lived 1908 – 1961 (aged 53). Karl Jansen was a German weightlifter.
Karl Jansen (28 May 1908 – 13 November 1961) was a German weightlifter who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. He was born in Wanne-Eickel. In 1936 he won the bronze medal in the lightweight class.
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Who was Karl Jansen?
German weightlifter (1908–1961)
When was Karl Jansen born?
Karl Jansen was born on 28 May 1908 in Eickel.
When did Karl Jansen die?
Karl Jansen died on 14 November 1961 in Essen.
What was Karl Jansen's occupation?
Karl Jansen was a weightlifter.
What nationality was Karl Jansen?
Karl Jansen was German.
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