About Henrik Østervold
Lived 1878 – 1957 (aged 79). Henrik Østervold was a Norwegian skipper and sailor.
Henrik Østervold (13 January 1878 – 21 August 1957) was a Norwegian sailor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was a helmsman on the Norwegian boat Atlanta, which won the gold medal in the 12-metre class (1907 rating).
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Who was Henrik Østervold?
sailor (1878-1957)
When was Henrik Østervold born?
Henrik Østervold was born on 13 January 1878 in Austevoll Municipality.
When did Henrik Østervold die?
Henrik Østervold died on 21 August 1957 in Fana.
What was Henrik Østervold's occupation?
Henrik Østervold was a skipper and sailor.
What nationality was Henrik Østervold?
Henrik Østervold was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Henrik Østervold. https://biography.guide/henrik-ostervold/
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