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Frithjof Olstad

1890 – 1956

Norwegian rower

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About Frithjof Olstad

Lived 1890 – 1956 (aged 66). Frithjof Olstad was a Norwegian rower.

Karl Frithjof Olstad (23 November 1890 – 16 December 1956) was a Norwegian rower who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics.

He was the strokeman of the Norwegian boat that won the bronze medal in the coxed four, inriggers.

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Karl Frithjof Olstad

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frithjof Olstad?

Norwegian rower (1890–1956)

When was Frithjof Olstad born?

Frithjof Olstad was born on 23 November 1890 in Tønsberg.

When did Frithjof Olstad die?

Frithjof Olstad died on 16 December 1956 in Oslo.

What was Frithjof Olstad's occupation?

Frithjof Olstad was a rower.

What nationality was Frithjof Olstad?

Frithjof Olstad was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frithjof Olstad

· Wikidata: Q3445827

· DBpedia: Frithjof Olstad

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