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Hannu Siitonen

b. 1949

Athletics competitor

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About Hannu Siitonen

Born 1949. Hannu Siitonen is a Finnish javelin thrower.

Hannu Juhani Siitonen (born 18 March 1949) is a retired Finnish javelin thrower. He competed at the 1972 and 1976 Olympics and placed fourth and second, respectively. He won the European javelin title in 1974 and finished fourth in 1971.

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Important facts

Born

18 March 1949, Parikkala

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Javelin thrower

Nationality

Finland

Also known as

Hannu Juhani Siitonen

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Hannu Siitonen's

French resistance fighter

Frequently asked questions

Who is Hannu Siitonen?

athletics competitor

When was Hannu Siitonen born?

Hannu Siitonen was born on 18 March 1949 in Parikkala.

What is Hannu Siitonen's occupation?

Hannu Siitonen is a javelin thrower.

What nationality is Hannu Siitonen?

Hannu Siitonen is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hannu Siitonen

· Wikidata: Q724917

· DBpedia: Hannu Siitonen

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