About Kurt Helbig
Lived 1901 – 1975 (aged 73). Kurt Helbig was a German weightlifter and strength athlete.
Kurt Helbig (June 28, 1901, in Plauen – January 30, 1975, in Plauen) was a German Olympic champion weightlifter.
He competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics and won the gold medal in the lightweight class.
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Who was Kurt Helbig?
German weightlifter (1901-1975)
When was Kurt Helbig born?
Kurt Helbig was born on 28 July 1901 in Rödlitz.
When did Kurt Helbig die?
Kurt Helbig died on 30 January 1975 in Plauen.
What was Kurt Helbig's occupation?
Kurt Helbig was a weightlifter and strength athlete.
What nationality was Kurt Helbig?
Kurt Helbig was German.
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