About Bjørne Jorgensen
Lived 1893 – 1934 (aged 40). Bjørne Jorgensen was an artistic gymnast.
Bjørne "Barney" Jorgensen (December 16, 1893 – June 22, 1934) was an American gymnast. He was a member of the United States men's national artistic gymnastics team and competed in the men's artistic individual all-around event at the 1920 Summer Olympics.
As a gymnast, Jorgensen was a member of Norwegian Turnverein and Athletic Club in Brooklyn, New York City.
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Who was Bjørne Jorgensen?
American gymnast
When was Bjørne Jorgensen born?
Bjørne Jorgensen was born on 16 December 1893 in Asker.
When did Bjørne Jorgensen die?
Bjørne Jorgensen died on 22 June 1934.
What was Bjørne Jorgensen's occupation?
Bjørne Jorgensen was an artistic gymnast.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bjørne Jorgensen. https://biography.guide/bjorne-jorgensen/
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