About Gösta Bladin
Lived 1894 – 1972 (aged 77). Gösta Bladin was a Swedish athletics competitor.
Johan Axel Gösta Bladin (26 November 1894 – 4 August 1972) was a Swedish track and field athlete who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. In 1920, he finished ninth in the long jump competition. He also participated in the 400 metre hurdles event where he was eliminated in the semi-finals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gösta Bladin?
Swedish long jumper (1894–1972)
When was Gösta Bladin born?
Gösta Bladin was born on 26 November 1894.
When did Gösta Bladin die?
Gösta Bladin died on 4 August 1972.
What was Gösta Bladin's occupation?
Gösta Bladin was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Gösta Bladin?
Gösta Bladin was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gösta Bladin. https://biography.guide/gosta-bladin/
MLA: "Gösta Bladin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gosta-bladin/.
Chicago: "Gösta Bladin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gosta-bladin/.
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