About Erik Granfelt
Lived 1883 – 1962 (aged 78). Erik Granfelt was a Swedish association football player and artistic gymnast.
Erik Gustaf Granfelt (17 November 1883 – 18 February 1962) was a Swedish gymnast who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics. He was part of the Swedish team, which was able to win the gold medal in the gymnastics men's team event in 1908.
At the 1906 Intercalated Games in Athens, he was a member of the Swedish tug of war team, which won the bronze medal. see Tug of war 1906.
Erik Granfelt also played football (soccer) for AIK from Stockholm, with whom he won the Swedish Championship in 1901.
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Who was Erik Granfelt?
gymnast (1883-1962)
When was Erik Granfelt born?
Erik Granfelt was born on 17 November 1883 in Svea artillery regiment parish.
When did Erik Granfelt die?
Erik Granfelt died on 18 February 1962 in Täby parish.
What was Erik Granfelt's occupation?
Erik Granfelt was an association football player and artistic gymnast.
What nationality was Erik Granfelt?
Erik Granfelt was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Erik Granfelt. https://biography.guide/erik-granfelt/
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