About Richard Åbrink
Lived 1889 – 1973 (aged 83–84). Richard Åbrink was a Swedish javelin thrower.
Knut Richard Åbrink (January 1, 1889 – October 9, 1973) was a Swedish track and field athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. In 1912, he finished sixth in the javelin throw competition and also sixth in the two handed javelin throw event.
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Who was Richard Åbrink?
Swedish javelin thrower
When was Richard Åbrink born?
Richard Åbrink was born in 1889 in Björkviks parish.
When did Richard Åbrink die?
Richard Åbrink died on 9 October 1973 in Nyköping.
What was Richard Åbrink's occupation?
Richard Åbrink was a javelin thrower.
What nationality was Richard Åbrink?
Richard Åbrink was Swedish.
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