About Marie Baron
Lived 1908 – 1948 (aged 40). Marie Baron was a Dutch swimmer and competitive diver.
Mietje "Marie" Baron (5 February 1908 – 23 July 1948) was a Dutch swimmer and diver who competed at the 1924 and 1928 Olympics. In 1924 she was sixth in the 4 × 100 m freestyle relay. She was disqualified in the first round of the 200 m breaststroke event, as the judges believed she touched the wall with one hand instead of two hands at one of the turns. Meanwhile, her time of 3:22.6 was several seconds ahead of the gold medalist's.
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Who was Marie Baron?
Dutch swimmer (1908-1948)
When was Marie Baron born?
Marie Baron was born on 5 February 1908 in Rotterdam.
When did Marie Baron die?
Marie Baron died on 23 July 1948 in Rotterdam.
What was Marie Baron's occupation?
Marie Baron was a swimmer and competitive diver.
What nationality was Marie Baron?
Marie Baron was Dutch.
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