Carl Diem

German sports educator and organizer

Carl Diem - German sports educator and organizer
Born

June 24th, 1882
143 years ago

Died

1962
63 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Sports educator and organizer contributed significantly to the development of sports in Germany. Played a crucial role in organizing the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games. Established the German Sports University in Cologne and promoted physical education. Developed various programs to enhance sports training and education across Germany.

Organized the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games

Founded the German Sports University in Cologne

Promoted national physical education programs

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