About John Falchenberg
Lived 1883 – 1960 (aged 77). John Falchenberg was a Norwegian athletics competitor and sports official.
John Falchenberg (12 September 1883 – 5 November 1960) was a Norwegian discus thrower. He represented Kristiania IF and IK Tjalve.
At the 1908 Summer Olympics, he competed in the discus final with a throw of unknown length. He became Norwegian champion in discus throw in the years 1904, 1906-1908 and 1911-1912. In 1904 he became national champion in shot put as well.
His personal best throw was 46.48 metres, achieved in August 1926 on Bislett stadion.
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Who was John Falchenberg?
Norwegian discus thrower (1883-1960)
When was John Falchenberg born?
John Falchenberg was born on 12 September 1883 in Hobøl Municipality.
When did John Falchenberg die?
John Falchenberg died on 5 November 1960 in Oslo.
What was John Falchenberg's occupation?
John Falchenberg was an athletics competitor and sports official.
What nationality was John Falchenberg?
John Falchenberg was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Falchenberg. https://biography.guide/john-falchenberg/
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