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Erich Graf von Bernstorff

sport shooter (1883-1968)

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Record originEnglish Wikipedia
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Source revisionJul 1, 2026
Entity authorityQ5388031 ↗
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Erich Graf von Bernstorff-Gyldensteen (26 June 1883 – 6 October 1968) was a German count and sport shooter who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics.

He won the bronze medal in the team trap event. He also competed in the trap competition; he finished 17th.

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