About Birger Nilsen
Lived 1896 – 1968 (aged 72). Birger Nilsen was a Norwegian amateur wrestler.
Birger Erling Nilsen (10 October 1896 – 19 October 1968) was a Norwegian sport wrestler.
Born in Kristiania on 10 October 1896, He won a bronze medal in the lightweight class at the 1922 World Wrestling Championships.
Nilsen died in Oslo on 19 October 1968.
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Who was Birger Nilsen?
Norwegian wrestler (1896-1968)
When was Birger Nilsen born?
Birger Nilsen was born on 10 October 1896 in Oslo.
When did Birger Nilsen die?
Birger Nilsen died on 19 October 1968.
What was Birger Nilsen's occupation?
Birger Nilsen was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Birger Nilsen?
Birger Nilsen was Norwegian.
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