Birger Halvorsen
Norwegian high jumper
About Birger Halvorsen
Lived 1905 – 1976 (aged 71). Birger Halvorsen was a Norwegian high jumper.
Birger Halvorsen (19 February 1905 – 7 September 1976) was a Norwegian high jumper. He represented Horten FIK.
He won a silver medal at the 1934 European Championships in Turin with a jump of 1.97 metres. This remained his career best jump. He never participated in the Summer Olympics. He became Norwegian champion in the years 1931–1934.
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Who was Birger Halvorsen?
Norwegian high jumper (1905-1976)
When was Birger Halvorsen born?
Birger Halvorsen was born on 19 February 1905.
When did Birger Halvorsen die?
Birger Halvorsen died on 7 September 1976.
What was Birger Halvorsen's occupation?
Birger Halvorsen was a high jumper.
What nationality was Birger Halvorsen?
Birger Halvorsen was Norwegian.
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