About Roger François
Lived 1900 – 1949 (aged 48). Roger François was a French weightlifter.
Roger François (7 October 1900 – 15 February 1949) was a French weightlifter. He competed at the 1924, 1928 and 1932 Summer Olympics in the middleweight category (under 75 kg) and finished in sixth, first and fourth place, respectively. François won the world title in 1922 and set seven world records between 1922 and 1928: two in the press, four in the snatch, and one in the total lift. Four of those records were unofficial.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Roger François?
French weightlifter (1900–1949)
When was Roger François born?
Roger François was born on 7 October 1900 in Romans-sur-Isère.
When did Roger François die?
Roger François died on 15 February 1949 in 17th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Roger François's occupation?
Roger François was a weightlifter.
What nationality was Roger François?
Roger François was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Roger François. https://biography.guide/roger-francois/
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