About Walther Binner
Lived 1891 – 1971 (aged 80). Walther Binner was a German swimmer.
Walther Binner (28 January 1891 – 18 September 1971) was a German freestyle swimmer who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. He was born in Breslau and died in Frankfurt am Main.
In 1912, he was eliminated in the first round of the 100 metre freestyle event. He was the president of swimming's world governing body, FINA from 1932 to 1936, and was also a member of the International Olympic Committee.
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Who was Walther Binner?
German swimmer
When was Walther Binner born?
Walther Binner was born on 28 January 1891 in Wrocław.
When did Walther Binner die?
Walther Binner died on 18 September 1971 in Frankfurt.
What was Walther Binner's occupation?
Walther Binner was a swimmer.
What nationality was Walther Binner?
Walther Binner was German.
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