About Sjaak Köhler
Lived 1902 – 1970 (aged 67). Sjaak Köhler was a Dutch swimmer and water polo player.
Jakob Frederik "Sjaak" Köhler (2 October 1902 – 19 June 1970) was a Dutch water polo player and swimmer. He finished in seventh and fifth place with the Dutch water polo team at the 1924 and 1928 Olympics; at both Games he played three matches and scored four and two goals, respectively. In 1924 he also competed in two freestyle swimming events (400 m and relay), but failed to reach the finals. His cousin Koos played water polo alongside Sjaak at the 1928 Olympics.
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Who was Sjaak Köhler?
Dutch water polo player (1902–1970)
When was Sjaak Köhler born?
Sjaak Köhler was born on 2 October 1902 in Amsterdam.
When did Sjaak Köhler die?
Sjaak Köhler died on 19 June 1970 in Amsterdam.
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Sjaak Köhler was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Sjaak Köhler?
Sjaak Köhler was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sjaak Köhler. https://biography.guide/sjaak-kohler/
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