About Jens Salvesen
Lived 1883 – 1976 (aged 93). Jens Salvesen was a Norwegian association football player, nordic combined skier, sailor and tennis player.
Jens Johan Salvesen (8 September 1883 – 21 September 1976) was a Norwegian sailor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was a crew member of the Norwegian boat Lyn, which won the silver medal in the 8 metre class (1919 rating).
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Who was Jens Salvesen?
sailor (1883-1976)
When was Jens Salvesen born?
Jens Salvesen was born on 8 September 1883 in Tvedestrand Municipality.
When did Jens Salvesen die?
Jens Salvesen died on 21 September 1976 in Oslo.
What was Jens Salvesen's occupation?
Jens Salvesen was an association football player, nordic combined skier, sailor and tennis player.
What nationality was Jens Salvesen?
Jens Salvesen was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jens Salvesen. https://biography.guide/jens-salvesen/
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