About Poul Hansen
Lived 1891 – 1948 (aged 57). Poul Hansen was a Danish amateur wrestler.
Poul Henrik Peder Hansen (20 October 1891 – 29 October 1948) was a Danish wrestler who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics, and in the 1924 Summer Olympics. He was born in Ubberud, Odense Municipality and died in Aarhus.
In 1920 he won the silver medal in the Greco-Roman heavyweight competition after winning the final of the silver medal round against Edward Willkie. Four years later he competed in the Greco-Roman heavyweight event as well as in the freestyle wrestling light-heavyweight class but was not able to win a medal.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Poul Hansen?
Danish wrestler (1891–1948)
When was Poul Hansen born?
Poul Hansen was born on 20 October 1891 in Odense.
When did Poul Hansen die?
Poul Hansen died on 29 October 1948 in Aarhus.
What was Poul Hansen's occupation?
Poul Hansen was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Poul Hansen?
Poul Hansen was Danish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Poul Hansen (sport wrestler)
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