About John Nyman
Lived 1908 – 1977 (aged 69). John Nyman was a Swedish amateur wrestler.
John Emanuel Nyman (25 April 1908 – 19 October 1977) was a Swedish heavyweight Greco-Roman wrestler.
He was the national champion in 1935–42 and won silver medals at the 1936 Summer Olympics, again in 1937 and at the 1938 European championships.
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Who was John Nyman?
Olympic wrestler (1908–1977)
When was John Nyman born?
John Nyman was born on 25 April 1908 in Sundsvall.
When did John Nyman die?
John Nyman died on 19 October 1977 in Sundsvall.
What was John Nyman's occupation?
John Nyman was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was John Nyman?
John Nyman was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Nyman. https://biography.guide/john-nyman/
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