About Harry Hanson
Lived 1900 – 1986 (aged 85). Harry Hanson was a Swedish sailor.
Harry Vilgot Hanson (23 September 1900 – 12 June 1986) was a sailor from Sweden, who represented his country at the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Hanson?
Olympic sailor
When was Harry Hanson born?
Harry Hanson was born on 23 September 1900 in Gothenburg.
When did Harry Hanson die?
Harry Hanson died on 12 June 1986 in Västra Frölunda.
What was Harry Hanson's occupation?
Harry Hanson was a sailor.
What nationality was Harry Hanson?
Harry Hanson was Swedish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Hanson (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Hanson. https://biography.guide/harry-hanson/
MLA: "Harry Hanson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/harry-hanson/.
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