About John Albrechtson
Lived 1936 – 1985 (aged 49). John Albrechtson was a Swedish sailor.
Biography Albrechtson started his sailing career in the Stjärnbåt class and moved on to Star class in 1957. He won his first Star Swedish Championships in 1966. The same year, together with Paul Elvstrøm, he won the Star World Championship.
Between 1971 and 1978 Albrechtson competed in the Tempest class. At the 1980 Games he was part of Swedish reserve team.
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Who was John Albrechtson?
sailor (1936-1985)
When was John Albrechtson born?
John Albrechtson was born on 22 July 1936 in Gothenburg.
When did John Albrechtson die?
John Albrechtson died on 27 August 1985 in Västra Frölunda.
What was John Albrechtson's occupation?
John Albrechtson was a sailor.
What nationality was John Albrechtson?
John Albrechtson was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Albrechtson. https://biography.guide/john-albrechtson/
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