Barbara Krause facts for kids
Krause in 1979
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| Nationality | East German | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 7 July 1959 East Berlin, East Germany |
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| Height | 1.80 m | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 68 kg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Spouse(s) | Lutz Wanja | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Sport | Swimming | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Strokes | Freestyle | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Club | SC Dynamo Berlin | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Barbara Krause (later Wanja), born on 7 July 1959 in East Berlin, is a famous former freestyle swimmer. She competed for East Germany. Barbara was an amazing athlete, winning three Olympic gold medals. She also set eight world records during her career.
At the 1980 Summer Olympics held in Moscow, Barbara Krause was a star. She won gold medals in three different swimming events. These included the 100-meter freestyle race and the 200-meter freestyle race. She also helped her team win gold in the 4×100-meter freestyle relay.
Barbara Krause is married to Lutz Wanja. He was also an Olympic swimmer from Germany.
Challenges in Sports
Many athletes from East Germany faced special challenges. They were sometimes given substances by their coaches. This was done to try and improve their performance. These substances were not allowed in sports.
Barbara Krause also experienced this. Before the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, she could not join the team. This was because of health concerns related to her training.
Achievements and Legacy
Barbara Krause's swimming career was very successful. She won many medals and set records. Her achievements show her dedication and talent in the pool.
She is remembered as one of the top swimmers of her time. Her records and medals are a big part of swimming history.
External Links
- Schwimmen – Europameisterschaften (Damen – Teil 1). sport-komplett.de
- Schwimmen – Europameisterschaften (Damen – Teil 2). sport-komplett.de
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See also
In Spanish: Barbara Krause para niños
