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Wim Pool

b. 1927

Dutch canoeist

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About Wim Pool

Born 1927. Wim Pool is a Dutch canoeist.

Willem "Wim" Pool (born 20 March 1927) is a Dutch former sprint canoer who competed in the late 1940s. At the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, he finished sixth in the K-2 1000 m event. He was born in Amsterdam.

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Important facts

Born
20 March 1927
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Canoeist
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Wim Pool?

Dutch canoeist

When was Wim Pool born?

Wim Pool was born on 20 March 1927.

What is Wim Pool's occupation?

Wim Pool is a canoeist.

What nationality is Wim Pool?

Wim Pool is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wim Pool

· Wikidata: Q8023483

· DBpedia: Wim Pool

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