Karl Adam
German rowing coach (1912–1976)
カール・アダム
- Born
- 2 May 1912, Vorhalle
- Died
- 18 June 1976, Bad Salzuflen
- Citizenship
- Germany
- Sport
- rowing, boxing
- Occupation
- rowing coach, boxer, teacher, rower, athlete
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.
Awards and honours
- Germany's Sports Hall of Fame
- Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
External links
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