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Herrmann in July 1956

Siegfried Herrmann was a well-known German long-distance runner. He was born on November 7, 1932, and passed away on February 14, 2017. Siegfried was famous for his amazing speed and endurance in races.

Who Was Siegfried Herrmann?

Siegfried Herrmann was an athlete who specialized in long-distance running. This means he ran races that were quite long, like several kilometers. He was born in a place called Unterschönau, which is in Thuringia, Germany.

His Olympic Journey

Siegfried Herrmann had the honor of competing in the Olympic Games twice. The Olympics are a huge international sports event.

Competing in the Olympics is a big achievement for any athlete!

A World Record Holder

Siegfried Herrmann was once a world record holder! From August 5 to August 27, 1965, he held the world record for the men's 3000 meter race. This means he ran that distance faster than anyone else in the world during that time. Setting a world record is a very special moment for a runner.

Life After Running

After his career as a competitive runner, Siegfried Herrmann became an athletics coach. He helped train other athletes from 1976 until the year 2000. This shows he loved sports and wanted to share his knowledge with new generations of runners.

Siegfried Herrmann passed away in Erfurt, Germany, when he was 84 years old. He left behind a legacy as a talented runner and a dedicated coach.

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