Joseph ("Josy") Barthel (24 April 1927 – 7 July 1992) was a Luxembourgish athlete. He was the surprise winner of the Men's 1500 metres at the 1952 Summer Olympics, and the only athlete representing Luxembourg to have won a gold medal at the Olympics. Besides athletics, Barthel also led successful careers in both chemistry and politics.
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24 April 1927 Mamer, Luxembourg
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Died |
7 July 1992 (aged 65) Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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Zodiac | Taurus |
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