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Richard Konkolski

b. 1943

Czech yachtsman

SeafarerSailor Documentarian
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About Richard Konkolski

Born 1943. Richard Konkolski is an American and Czech seafarer, sailor and documentarian.

Richard Konkolski (born July 6, 1943) is a Czech-American around-the-world sailor. He was born in Oderberg, Nazi Germany (now Bohumín, Czech Republic), and has been a naturalized US citizen since 1994.

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Important facts

Born
6 July 1943, Bohumín
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Seafarer, sailor, documentarian
Nationality
United States, Czechoslovakia
Awards
Czech Medal of Merit, 1st class; Silver Medal of the President of the Senate

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Richard Konkolski?

Czech yachtsman

When was Richard Konkolski born?

Richard Konkolski was born on 6 July 1943 in Bohumín.

What is Richard Konkolski's occupation?

Richard Konkolski is a seafarer, sailor and documentarian.

What nationality is Richard Konkolski?

Richard Konkolski is American and Czech.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard Konkolski

· Wikidata: Q3508391

· DBpedia: Richard Konkolski

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