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Gustav Eriksson

1897 – 1974

Swedish weightlifter

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About Gustav Eriksson

Lived 1897 – 1974 (aged 77). Gustav Eriksson was a Swedish athlete.

Gustav Adolf Eriksson (13 March 1897 – 18 April 1974) was a Swedish weightlifter. He competed in the men's featherweight event at the 1920 Summer Olympics.

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Important facts

Born

13 March 1897, Örebro

Birth century

19th century

Died

18 April 1974, Örebro

Occupation

Athlete

Nationality

Sweden

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Gustav Eriksson's

Giacomo Luigi Ciamician

Wilhelm Ludwig Johannsen

Frequently asked questions

Who was Gustav Eriksson?

Swedish weightlifter

When was Gustav Eriksson born?

Gustav Eriksson was born on 13 March 1897 in Örebro.

When did Gustav Eriksson die?

Gustav Eriksson died on 18 April 1974 in Örebro.

What was Gustav Eriksson's occupation?

Gustav Eriksson was an athlete.

What nationality was Gustav Eriksson?

Gustav Eriksson was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gustav Eriksson

· Wikidata: Q80323239

· DBpedia: Gustav Eriksson (weightlifter)

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