About Walter Krüger
Lived 1930 – 2018 (aged 88). Walter Krüger was a German athletics competitor, javelin thrower and athlete.
Walter Krüger (11 April 1930 – 28 October 2018) was an East German athlete who competed mainly in the javelin throw. He was born in Altenpleen, Pomerania. He competed for the United Team of Germany in the 1960 Summer Olympics held in Rome, Italy in the javelin throw where he won the silver medal.
He became East German champion in the javelin throw in 1960, having earlier won the bronze medal in 1958, representing the club SC Traktor Schwerin.
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Who was Walter Krüger?
East German javelin thrower (1930–2018)
When was Walter Krüger born?
Walter Krüger was born on 11 April 1930 in Altenpleen.
When did Walter Krüger die?
Walter Krüger died on 28 October 2018 in Prohn.
What was Walter Krüger's occupation?
Walter Krüger was an athletics competitor, javelin thrower and athlete.
What nationality was Walter Krüger?
Walter Krüger was German.
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· DBpedia: Walter Krüger (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Krüger. https://biography.guide/walter-kruger-athletics-competitor/
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