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Adriaan Paulen

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Dutch athlete and president of the IAAF (1902-1985)

FootballersLived 1902 to 1985 · aged 82
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Adriaan "Adje" Paulen was a Dutch athlete who competed from 1917 to 1931. During World War II, he was part of the Dutch resistance in the Netherlands. Following World War II, Paulen became a sports official, becoming president of the IAAF, serving from 1976 to 1981.

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1982Knight of the Order of the Netherlands Lion
1981Silver Olympic Order
1961Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau
1947Knight of the Military Order of William, 4th class
1946Medal of Freedom

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Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1902 to 1985 · aged 82
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