About Lou Dijkstra
Lived 1909 – 1964 (aged 54). Lou Dijkstra was a Dutch speed skater.
Luitzen "Lou" Dijkstra (7 May 1909 – 24 April 1964) was a Dutch speed skater who competed in the 1936 Winter Olympics.
He was born in Paesens, Friesland.
In 1936 he finished 16th in the 5000 metres event, 20th in the 1500 metres competition, as well as 20th in the 10000 metres event, and 24th in the 500 metres competition.
Dijkstra was the father of Sjoukje Dijkstra, a figure skater who won a gold medal in the 1964 Winter Olympics.
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Who was Lou Dijkstra?
Dutch speed skater (1909-1964)
When was Lou Dijkstra born?
Lou Dijkstra was born on 7 May 1909 in Peazens.
When did Lou Dijkstra die?
Lou Dijkstra died on 24 April 1964 in Amstelveen.
What was Lou Dijkstra's occupation?
Lou Dijkstra was a speed skater.
What nationality was Lou Dijkstra?
Lou Dijkstra was Dutch.
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