Günter Gehmert
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Günter Wilhelm•Gehmert |
| Used name | Günter•Gehmert |
| Born | 9 February 1913 in Berlin, Berlin (GER) |
| Died | 13 June 1940 in Montaigu, Montaigu-Vendée, Vendée (FRA) |
| Measurements | 188 cm / 86 kg |
| Affiliations | Sportverein Siemens Berlin |
| NOC |  Germany |
Biography
Günter Gehmert placed 10th in the high jump with 1.90 metres at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He then became German Champion with his personal best (1.95 m) in 1939. He earned nine international caps in dual matches. During World War II Gehmert was injured in action and died in the field hospital in Montaigu, France. He was buried at the war cemetery Fort-de-Malmaison.
Personal Best: HJ – 1.95 (1935).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Athletics | GER |
Günter Gehmert | |||
| High Jump, Men (Olympic) | =10 |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Were Killed or Missing in Action or Died as a Result of War (†13 June 1940. Wounded in action and died in the field hospital in Montaigu.)