About Mutsuo Taniguchi
Lived 1915 – 1943 (aged 28). Mutsuo Taniguchi was a Japanese sprinter.
Mutsuo Taniguchi (5 March 1913 – 2 October 1943) was a Japanese sprinter. He competed in the men's 200 metres and the men's 4 x 100 meters relay events at the 1936 Summer Olympics. He was killed in action during World War II.
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Who was Mutsuo Taniguchi?
Japanese sprinter (1915-1943)
When was Mutsuo Taniguchi born?
Mutsuo Taniguchi was born on 15 May 1915 in Kagami.
When did Mutsuo Taniguchi die?
Mutsuo Taniguchi died on 2 October 1943 in Bougainville Island.
What was Mutsuo Taniguchi's occupation?
Mutsuo Taniguchi was a sprinter.
What nationality was Mutsuo Taniguchi?
Mutsuo Taniguchi was Japanese.
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