About Elling Rønes
Lived 1882 – 1965 (aged 83). Elling Rønes was a Norwegian cross-country skier.
Elling Rønes (28 July 1882 – 12 September 1965) is a Norwegian cross-country skier who won the men's 50 km event in 1906 (40 km), 1907, 1908, and 1916 at the Holmenkollen ski festival. Born in Trysil Municipality, he was the first person to win the 50 km event at the Holmenkollen three times. Rønes would be belatedly awarded the Holmenkollen medal in 1947.
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Who was Elling Rønes?
Norwegian cross country skier (1882-1965)
When was Elling Rønes born?
Elling Rønes was born on 28 July 1882 in Trysil Municipality.
When did Elling Rønes die?
Elling Rønes died on 12 September 1965 in Trysil Municipality.
What was Elling Rønes's occupation?
Elling Rønes was a cross-country skier.
What nationality was Elling Rønes?
Elling Rønes was Norwegian.
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