Krachtsportgebouw ([krɑxtspɔrtxəˈbʌu], "strength sport building") was a multi-purpose sports arena located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Known during the 1928 Summer Olympics as the Wrestling Pavilion, it hosted the wrestling, boxing, and weightlifting events.
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Krachtsportgebouw was designed by architect Jan Wils. It could accommodate 2,840 people seated and 1,794 standing and included a shower, 15 dressing rooms, and an administrative office.
References
edit- 1928 Summer Olympic official report. pp. 200–1, 205.
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