About Arvid Andersson
Lived 1881 – 1956 (aged 75). Arvid Andersson was a Swedish tug of war competitor and police officer.
Arvid Leander Andersson (9 July 1881 – 7 August 1956) was a Swedish policeman. He was the captain of the Swedish tug of war team that won the gold medal at the 1912 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arvid Andersson?
Swedish tug of war competitor (1881–1956)
When was Arvid Andersson born?
Arvid Andersson was born on 9 July 1881 in Strängnäs Municipality.
When did Arvid Andersson die?
Arvid Andersson died on 7 August 1956 in Stockholm.
What was Arvid Andersson's occupation?
Arvid Andersson was a tug of war competitor and police officer.
What nationality was Arvid Andersson?
Arvid Andersson was Swedish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arvid Andersson (tug of war)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arvid Andersson. https://biography.guide/arvid-andersson-tug-of-war-competitor/
MLA: "Arvid Andersson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arvid-andersson-tug-of-war-competitor/.
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