Harald Tammer

Journalist and Olympic weightlifter

Harald Tammer - Journalist and Olympic weightlifter
Born

January 9th, 1899
126 years ago

Died

1942
83 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Estonia

Links & References

Contributed to Estonian journalism through various articles and publications. Competed in weightlifting and represented Estonia at the 1924 Paris Olympics, achieving notable success in the sport. Engaged in promoting physical fitness and sports in Estonia, impacting the development of weightlifting in the region.

Competed in the 1924 Paris Olympics

Contributed significantly to Estonian journalism

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