About Walter Siegfried
Lived 1919 – 2002 (aged 83). Walter Siegfried was a Swiss boxer.
Walter Siegfried (March 21, 1919 – April 21, 2002) was a Swiss boxer who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics.
In 1936 he advanced past the first round of the flyweight class after defeating Gaston Fayaud of France. He was eliminated by decision in the second round after losing his fight to Edmund Sobkowiak of Poland. Walter later immigrated to the U.S. joined the Army attained the rank of sergeant and served in Korea. He was a part of the Olympic Torch relay in the 2002 Winter Olympics at Salt Lake City.
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Who was Walter Siegfried?
Swiss boxer (1919-2002)
When was Walter Siegfried born?
Walter Siegfried was born on 21 March 1919.
When did Walter Siegfried die?
Walter Siegfried died on 21 April 2002.
What was Walter Siegfried's occupation?
Walter Siegfried was a boxer.
What nationality was Walter Siegfried?
Walter Siegfried was Swiss.
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