About Harald Julin
Lived 1890 – 1967 (aged 77). Harald Julin was a Swedish swimmer and water polo player.
Harald Sigfrid Alexander Julin (27 March 1890 – 31 July 1967) was a Swedish swimmer and water polo player who competed at the 1906, 1908, 1912 and 1920 Olympics. In 100 m freestyle swimming he won a bronze medal in 1908, and failed to reach the finals in 1906 and 1912; he finished fifth in the 4×250 m freestyle relay in 1906. In water polo he won bronze medals in 1908 and 1920 and a silver at the 1912 Summer Olympics in his native Stockholm. His sons Åke and Rolf also became Olympic water polo players.
Julle came from a rich family. Besides water sports he was a fan of motor racing, working as a secretary of the Royal Automobile Club and helping organize several racing events. He later joined the national sports federation.
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Who was Harald Julin?
Swedish swimmer and water polo player (1890-1967)
When was Harald Julin born?
Harald Julin was born on 27 March 1890 in Stockholm.
When did Harald Julin die?
Harald Julin died on 31 July 1967 in Stockholm.
What was Harald Julin's occupation?
Harald Julin was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Harald Julin?
Harald Julin was Swedish.
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