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John Falchenberg

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John Falchenberg (12 September 1883 – 5 November 1960) was a Norwegian discus thrower. He represented Kristiania IF and IK Tjalve.

At the 1908 Summer Olympics he competed in the discus final with a throw of unknown length.[1] He became Norwegian champion in discus throw in the years 1904, 1906-1908 and 1911-1912.[2] In 1904 he became national champion in shot put as well.[3]

His personal best throw was 46.48 metres, achieved in August 1926 on Bislett stadion.[4]

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