Richard Wilhelm
German racewalker
About Richard Wilhelm
Lived 1888 – 1917 (aged 28–29). Richard Wilhelm was a German racewalker.
Richard Wilhelm (24 September 1887 – 4 August 1915) was a German track and field athlete who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. In 1908, he was eliminated in the first round of the 3500 metre walk competition. He was killed in action during World War I.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Richard Wilhelm?
German racewalker
When was Richard Wilhelm born?
Richard Wilhelm was born in 1888 in Berlin.
When did Richard Wilhelm die?
Richard Wilhelm died in 1917.
What was Richard Wilhelm's occupation?
Richard Wilhelm was a racewalker.
What nationality was Richard Wilhelm?
Richard Wilhelm was German.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Richard Wilhelm (race walker)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Wilhelm. https://biography.guide/richard-wilhelm-racewalker/
MLA: "Richard Wilhelm." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/richard-wilhelm-racewalker/.
Chicago: "Richard Wilhelm." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/richard-wilhelm-racewalker/.
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