Gösta Jansson
Finnish journalist, middle-distance runner, sprinter and sports journalist
About Gösta Jansson
Lived 1903 – 1958 (aged 55). Gösta Jansson was a Finnish journalist, middle-distance runner, sprinter and sports journalist.
Gösta Jansson (8 February 1903 – 20 May 1958) was a Finnish middle-distance runner. He competed in the men's 800 metres at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
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Who was Gösta Jansson?
Finnish journalist, middle-distance runner, sprinter and sports journalist (1903-1958)
When was Gösta Jansson born?
Gösta Jansson was born on 8 February 1903 in Tikkurila.
When did Gösta Jansson die?
Gösta Jansson died on 20 May 1958 in Finland, Tikkurila.
What was Gösta Jansson's occupation?
Gösta Jansson was a journalist, middle-distance runner, sprinter and sports journalist.
What nationality was Gösta Jansson?
Gösta Jansson was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gösta Jansson. https://biography.guide/gosta-jansson/
MLA: "Gösta Jansson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gosta-jansson/.
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