About Robert van der Veen
Lived 1906 – 1996 (aged 89). Robert van der Veen was a Dutch field hockey player.
Robert van der Veen (September 26, 1906 in Shanghai, Empire of China – March 18, 1996 in Jette, Belgium) was a Dutch field hockey player who competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics.
He was a member of the Dutch field hockey team, which won the silver medal. He played all four matches as forward and scored three goals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert van der Veen?
field hockey player (1906-1996)
When was Robert van der Veen born?
Robert van der Veen was born on 26 September 1906 in Shanghai.
When did Robert van der Veen die?
Robert van der Veen died on 18 March 1996 in Jette.
What was Robert van der Veen's occupation?
Robert van der Veen was a field hockey player.
What nationality was Robert van der Veen?
Robert van der Veen was Dutch.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Robert van der Veen
· DBpedia: Robert van der Veen
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert van der Veen. https://biography.guide/robert-van-der-veen/
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