About Franc Smolej
Lived 1908 – 1996 (aged 88). Franc Smolej was a Slovenian and Yugoslav cross-country skier.
Franc Smolej (15 October 1908 – 23 October 1996) was a Slovenian cross-country skier. He competed for Yugoslavia in three events at the 1936 and 1948 Winter Olympics with the best result of 10–15th place in the 50 km event.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Franc Smolej?
Yugoslav Olympic cross-country skier
When was Franc Smolej born?
Franc Smolej was born on 15 October 1908 in Jesenice.
When did Franc Smolej die?
Franc Smolej died on 23 October 1996.
What was Franc Smolej's occupation?
Franc Smolej was a cross-country skier.
What nationality was Franc Smolej?
Franc Smolej was Slovenian and Yugoslav.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Franc Smolej (skier)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Franc Smolej. https://biography.guide/franc-smolej-cross-country-skier/
MLA: "Franc Smolej." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/franc-smolej-cross-country-skier/.
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