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Alfred Swahn

1879 – 1931

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About Alfred Swahn

Lived 1879 – 1931 (aged 51). Alfred Swahn was a Swedish sport shooter.

Alfred (Alf) Gomer Swahn (20 August 1879 – 16 March 1931) was a Swedish sport shooter who competed at the 1908, 1912, 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics. He won nine medals: three gold, three silver and three bronze. He is the son of Oscar Swahn, an Olympic shooter who competed alongside his son at the 1908, 1912 and 1920 Olympics and won six medals.

1908 London

In 1908, Swahn was a member of the Swedish team, which won the gold medal in the team running deer, single shots competition. He also participated in the individual trap event and finished 25th.

1912 Stockholm

At the 1912 Summer Olympics, he won two gold medals in running deer, single shots event. One in the individual and one in the team competition. He also participated in the following events:

running deer, double shots – fourth place team trap – fourth place trap – 21st place

1920 Antwerp

In 1920, he won two silver medals and one bronze medal. He also participated in the following events:

team running deer, single shots – fourth place running deer, double shots – fourth place trap – result unknown

1924 Paris

In 1924, he won one silver and two bronze medals. He also participated in the following events:

team trap – fifth place running deer, single shots – sixth place

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alfred Swahn?

sport shooter (1879–1931)

When was Alfred Swahn born?

Alfred Swahn was born on 20 August 1879 in Uddevalla.

When did Alfred Swahn die?

Alfred Swahn died on 16 March 1931 in Täby parish.

What was Alfred Swahn's occupation?

Alfred Swahn was a sport shooter.

What nationality was Alfred Swahn?

Alfred Swahn was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alfred Swahn

· Wikidata: Q2500064

· DBpedia: Alfred Swahn

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