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Heinrich Ratjen (20 November 1918 – 22 April 2008), born Dora Ratjen, was a German athlete who competed for Germany in the women's high jump at the 1936 Summer Olympics at Berlin, finishing fourth, but was later determined to be male and/or intersex. In some news reports, he was erroneously referred to as Hermann Ratjen and Horst Ratjen.

Quick facts about Dora Ratjen

  • Full name: Dora Ratjen
  • Born: 1918-11-20
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q60793

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Who is Dora Ratjen?

Heinrich Ratjen (20 November 1918 – 22 April 2008), born Dora Ratjen, was a German athlete who competed for Germany in the women's high jump at the 1936 Summer Olympics at Berlin, finishing fourth, but was later determined to be male and/or intersex.

What nationality is Dora Ratjen?

Dora Ratjen is Germany.

When was Dora Ratjen born?

Dora Ratjen was born on 1918-11-20.

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