About Wilhelm Lützow
Lived 1892 – 1916 (aged 23–24). Wilhelm Lützow was a German swimmer.
Wilhelm "Willy" Lützow (19 May 1892 – 31 October 1915) was a German breaststroke swimmer, who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. In the 200 metre breaststroke competition he won the silver medal next to his teammate Walter Bathe. In the 400 metre breaststroke event, he participated in the final but was not able to finish the race. He was killed in action during World War I.
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Who was Wilhelm Lützow?
German breaststroke swimmer (1892–1916)
When was Wilhelm Lützow born?
Wilhelm Lützow was born on 19 May 1892 in Esslingen am Neckar.
When did Wilhelm Lützow die?
Wilhelm Lützow died in 1916 in Marne.
What was Wilhelm Lützow's occupation?
Wilhelm Lützow was a swimmer.
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Wilhelm Lützow was German.
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