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Herbert Klein’s Biography , Wikipedia
Herbert Klein was a German swimmer who lived between March 25, 1923 and September 25, 2001. Herbert Klein won the European title in 1950 after competing in the 200-meter breaststroke. He also won a bronze medal in the 1952 Olympics.
With respect to the 200-meter breaststroke, it must be known that he set two world records and also set a world record in the 100-meter breaststroke. Herbert Klein was honored as the German Sports Personality of the Year in 1950.
Herbert Klein represented Germany at the 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, Finland and qualified to compete in the final of the 200-meter breaststroke. He finished in the third position behind John Davies who won the gold medal and Bowen Stassforth, the silver medalist.
Herbert Klein competed in the 200-meter breaststroke at the 1956 Summer Olympics. Quite unfortunately, due to the fact that he used an illegal scissors kick in the breaststroke, he was disqualified.
It must be noted that he worked as a combat swimmer in the German Kriegsmarine during the Second World War. He became a prisoner of war when he was captured in September 1944. As a prisoner at the POW Camp 115, White cross , St.Columb Major in Cornwall England, he trained in a mud pool.
Herbert Klein’s Net worth
As of now, there are no details about the net worth. But it is most certain that he may have made some wealth from his career as a German swimmer.
Herbert Klein’s Parents
The details about the parents of Herbert Klein are not available.
Herbert Klein’s Girlfriend, Wife, Children
There are no details on Herbert Klein’s girlfriend, wife or children.
Herbert Klein’s Height, Weight
The height of Herbert Klein is said to be 180 centimeters and his weight is 85 kilograms.
Herbert Klein’s Age, Birth Date
Herbert Klein was born on March 25, 1923. He however died on September 25, 2001. He was 78 years old at the time of his death.
Reference:
https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/47852
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herbert_Klein_(swimmer)
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