Werner von Moltke facts for kids
Eef Kamerbeek and Werner von Moltke in 1963
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| Born | 24 May 1936 Mühlhausen, Germany |
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| Died | 29 July 2019 (aged 83) Nieder-Olm |
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| Height | 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) | |||||||||||||
| Weight | 90 kg (198 lb) | |||||||||||||
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| Sport | Decathlon | |||||||||||||
| Club | Universitätssportclub Mainz | |||||||||||||
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Werner Konrad Graf von Moltke (born May 24, 1936 – died July 29, 2019) was a German athlete. He was a decathlete, which means he competed in ten different track and field events. He was very successful, winning a European title in 1966 and a silver medal in 1962.
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Who Was Werner von Moltke?
Werner Konrad Graf von Moltke was born in Mühlhausen, Germany. The title "Graf von" means "Count of," showing he came from a noble family. He became a well-known athlete, especially in the decathlon. This sport tests many different skills, like running, jumping, and throwing.
Werner von Moltke's Athletic Career
Werner von Moltke was a top decathlete for West Germany. He trained hard and competed in many important events. His main club was the Universitätssportclub Mainz.
European Championships Success
Werner von Moltke achieved great success at the European Athletics Championships.
- In 1962, he won a silver medal in the decathlon at the championships held in Belgrade.
- Four years later, in 1966, he won the gold medal at the championships in Budapest. This was a big achievement for him.
Olympic Games Participation
Werner von Moltke also competed in the 1968 Summer Olympics. These games were held in Mexico City. Unfortunately, he was not able to finish the decathlon event there. Even so, just qualifying for the Olympics is a huge honor for any athlete.
Later Life
Werner von Moltke passed away on July 29, 2019, at the age of 83. He is remembered for his achievements in the decathlon, especially his European titles.
See also
In Spanish: Werner von Moltke para niños
