Hannes Torpo
Finnish shot putter
About Hannes Torpo
Lived 1901 – 1980 (aged 79). Hannes Torpo was a Finnish shot putter.
Kaarlo Johannes ("Hannes") Torpo (21 January 1901 – 10 September 1980) was a Finnish track and field athlete who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics. He was born in Keikyä, Pirkanmaa and died in Helsinki. In 1924, he finished fourth in the shot put competition.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hannes Torpo?
Finnish shot putter (1901-1980)
When was Hannes Torpo born?
Hannes Torpo was born on 21 January 1901 in Keikyä.
When did Hannes Torpo die?
Hannes Torpo died on 10 September 1980 in Helsinki.
What was Hannes Torpo's occupation?
Hannes Torpo was a shot putter.
What nationality was Hannes Torpo?
Hannes Torpo was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hannes Torpo. https://biography.guide/hannes-torpo/
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