About Walter Thijssen
Lived 1877 – 1943 (aged 65). Walter Thijssen was a Dutch rower.
Walter Meijer Timmerman Thijssen (28 September 1877 in Yogyakarta, Dutch East Indies – 3 July 1943 in Hilversum) was a Dutch rower who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics.
He was part of the Dutch boat Minerva Amsterdam, which won the bronze medal in the eight event.
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Who was Walter Thijssen?
Dutch rower (1877-1943)
When was Walter Thijssen born?
Walter Thijssen was born on 28 September 1877 in Yogyakarta.
When did Walter Thijssen die?
Walter Thijssen died on 3 July 1943 in Hilversum.
What was Walter Thijssen's occupation?
Walter Thijssen was a rower.
What nationality was Walter Thijssen?
Walter Thijssen was Dutch.
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