About Gustav Freij
Lived 1922 – 1973 (aged 51). Gustav Freij was a Swedish amateur wrestler.
Karl Gustav Herbert Freij (17 March 1922 – 4 August 1973) was a Swedish wrestler. He competed in the Greco-Roman lightweight (−67 kg) category at the 1948, 1952 and 1960 Olympics and finished in first, second and third place, respectively. He missed the 1956 Games due to an injury. A memorial wrestling tournament is held in Sweden in his honor. His nephew Leif Freij also became an Olympic wrestler.
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Who was Gustav Freij?
Olympic wrestler (1922-1973)
When was Gustav Freij born?
Gustav Freij was born on 17 March 1922 in Malmö.
When did Gustav Freij die?
Gustav Freij died on 4 August 1973 in Malmö.
What was Gustav Freij's occupation?
Gustav Freij was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Gustav Freij?
Gustav Freij was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gustav Freij. https://biography.guide/gustav-freij/
MLA: "Gustav Freij." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gustav-freij/.
Chicago: "Gustav Freij." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gustav-freij/.
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