Award
Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
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Karl Adam
1912-05-02 – 1976-06-18
Life & Legacy
Karl Adam (2 May 1912 in Hagen – 18 June 1976 in Bad Salzuflen) was one of the most successful and innovative German rowing coaches. Although he was never an active rower himself, he helped win 29 medals at major rowing events, including three Olympic gold medals, two world and five European Championships.
Occupation & Career
rowing coach, boxer, teacher, rower, athlete
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Germany's Sports Hall of Fame
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Germany's Sports Hall of Fame · Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
Verified Legacy Record
Award
Germany's Sports Hall of Fame
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q86299 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q86299 — wikidata View source
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