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Louis Grivel

1901 – 1969

Swiss writer

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Lived 1901 – 1969 (aged 67). Louis Grivel was a writer.

Louis Grivel (30 October 1901 – 20 February 1969) was a Swiss writer. His work was part of the art competitions at the 1928 Summer Olympics and the 1936 Summer Olympics. According to Olympedia, Grivel was from Lausanne and usually wrote under the pen name of "Doug". He had a wide repertoire including lyrics for musicals and operettas. From 1932 until he retired in the 1960s, he was Lausanne's city archivist and historian; and wrote about its architectural history.

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Who was Louis Grivel?

Swiss writer (1901-1969)

When was Louis Grivel born?

Louis Grivel was born on 30 October 1901.

When did Louis Grivel die?

Louis Grivel died on 20 February 1969.

What was Louis Grivel's occupation?

Louis Grivel was a writer.

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· Wikipedia: Louis Grivel

· Wikidata: Q97668413

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