About Walter Schröder
Lived 1932 – 2022 (aged 89–90). Walter Schröder was a German rower and university teacher.
Walter Schröder (29 December 1932 – 18 October 2022) was a German rower who competed for the United Team of Germany in the 1960 Summer Olympics. In 1960, he was a crew member of the West German boat which won the gold medal in the eights event.
In 1959 they had won already the European Championships.
After his career as rower he finished his physical education studies, researched and published extensively mainly on rowing and motor learning. He was hired by the University of Hamburg, where he moved up from rowing instructor to Associate Professor for movement studies. Into his section of the department he brought other former athletes, e.g. Arnd Krüger.
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Who was Walter Schröder?
German rower and sports scientist (1932–2022)
When was Walter Schröder born?
Walter Schröder was born on 29 December 1932 in Utecht.
When did Walter Schröder die?
Walter Schröder died in 2022 in Glinde.
What was Walter Schröder's occupation?
Walter Schröder was a rower and university teacher.
What nationality was Walter Schröder?
Walter Schröder was German.
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