Mamo Wolde Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Mamo Wolde, born Degaga Wolde on June 12, 1932, in Diri Jille, Ethiopia, was a prominent middle- and long-distance runner. He competed in four Olympic Games, starting in Melbourne 1956 in various events but did not qualify past the first round. His best performances were in long-distance events, winning the Olympic gold in marathon at the 1968 Mexico Games and a silver medal in the 10,000 meters. He won a bronze medal in the marathon at the 1972 Munich Games. He faced political troubles in 1993 but was released shortly before his death in 2002 due to cancer.

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Meaning of the name - Mamo

mommy, mother (various origins)

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June 12, 1932 Facts

Generation Group

Mamo Wolde belongs to the Silent Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Oromia Region

Place of Death: Addis Ababa

Cause of Death: liver cancer

Occupation: marathon runner | athletics competitor | long-distance runner

Awards Received: Olympic Champion | Silver Medal in 10,000 meters | Bronze Medal in Marathon

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.