About Hjalmar Karlsson
Lived 1906 – 1992 (aged 86). Hjalmar Karlsson was a Swedish skipper and sailor.
Ernst Hjalmar Karlsson (1 March 1906 – 2 April 1992) was a Swedish sailor. He was a crew member of the Swedish boat Rush V that won the gold medal in the 5.5 m class at the 1956 Summer Olympics. His sons Arne and Per-Olof also became Olympic sailors.
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Who was Hjalmar Karlsson?
sailor (1906–1992)
When was Hjalmar Karlsson born?
Hjalmar Karlsson was born on 1 March 1906 in Örebro.
When did Hjalmar Karlsson die?
Hjalmar Karlsson died on 2 April 1992 in Ekerö Municipality.
What was Hjalmar Karlsson's occupation?
Hjalmar Karlsson was a skipper and sailor.
What nationality was Hjalmar Karlsson?
Hjalmar Karlsson was Swedish.
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