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Paul Robert (fencer)

Paul Robert was a Swiss fencer who competed in the foil and épée events at the 1900 Summer Olympics and died in 1961.

1. Major activities and achievements

Paul Robert's most significant activities and achievements primarily revolve around his career as a fencer, particularly his participation in the 1900 Summer Olympics.

1.1. Fencing career

Paul Robert was a fencer representing Switzerland. His participation in the 1900 Summer Olympics marks the most notable event of his known fencing career.

1.1.1. Participation in the 1900 Summer Olympics

Paul Robert competed in the fencing events at the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris, France. He participated in two individual events: the foil and the épée. The specific details of his performance or final standings in these events are not fully elaborated in the available sources, beyond his participation.

Diagram illustrating valid target areas for foil fencing, one of the events Paul Robert competed in.
Diagram illustrating valid target areas for foil fencing, one of the events Paul Robert competed in.

2. Death

Paul Robert died in 1961. The specific circumstances surrounding his death or its location are not detailed in the available sources.