About Karl Schwitalle
Lived 1906 – 1945 (aged 38). Karl Schwitalle was a German weightlifter.
Karl Wilhelm Johann Schwitalle (12 April 1906 – 7 February 1945) was a Polish born German male weightlifter, who competed in the lightweight class and represented Germany at international competitions. He won the bronze medal at the 1938 World Weightlifting Championships in the 67.5 kg category. He participated at the 1936 Summer Olympics in the 67.5 kg event finishing fourth.
He was killed in action during World War II.
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Who was Karl Schwitalle?
German weightlifter
When was Karl Schwitalle born?
Karl Schwitalle was born on 12 April 1906 in Wrocław.
When did Karl Schwitalle die?
Karl Schwitalle died on 7 February 1945 in Szczecin.
What was Karl Schwitalle's occupation?
Karl Schwitalle was a weightlifter.
What nationality was Karl Schwitalle?
Karl Schwitalle was German.
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