Esko Järvinen
Nordic combined skier, ski jumper and military patrol runner
About Esko Järvinen
Lived 1907 – 1976 (aged 68). Esko Järvinen was a Finnish biathlete, ski jumper, nordic combined skier and ski mountaineer.
Kauko Esko Järvinen (15 December 1907 – 7 March 1976) was a Finnish competitor in the Nordic combined and military patrol (precursor to biathlon). He won an individual bronze medal in the Nordic combined at the 1929 World Championships. At the 1928 Winter Olympics he finished fifth in the Nordic combined and 22nd in the ski jumping event. He also placed second in the team military patrol, which was a demonstration sport at those Olympics, and served as the flag bearer for Finland at the opening ceremony.
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Who was Esko Järvinen?
Nordic combined skier, ski jumper and military patrol runner (1907-1976)
When was Esko Järvinen born?
Esko Järvinen was born on 15 December 1907 in Lahti.
When did Esko Järvinen die?
Esko Järvinen died on 7 March 1976 in Helsinki.
What was Esko Järvinen's occupation?
Esko Järvinen was a biathlete, ski jumper, nordic combined skier and ski mountaineer.
What nationality was Esko Järvinen?
Esko Järvinen was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Esko Järvinen. https://biography.guide/esko-jarvinen/
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