About Johnny Nilsson
Lived 1875 – 1955 (aged 80). Johnny Nilsson was an American speed skater.
John Nilsson (8 July 1875 – 3 December 1955) was an American amateur and professional speed skater primarily active during the late 1890s and the first decade of the 20th century.
Johnny Nilsson, during his active career as a speed skater, made his home in Minneapolis. Outside of speed skating he was also a fine oarsman, paddler, sprinter, gymnast, tumbler, boxer and wrestler.
Nilsson died in Tujunga, California at an age of 80.
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Who was Johnny Nilsson?
American speed skater (1875-1955)
When was Johnny Nilsson born?
Johnny Nilsson was born on 8 July 1875.
When did Johnny Nilsson die?
Johnny Nilsson died on 3 December 1955 in Sunland-Tujunga.
What was Johnny Nilsson's occupation?
Johnny Nilsson was a speed skater.
What nationality was Johnny Nilsson?
Johnny Nilsson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Nilsson. https://biography.guide/johnny-nilsson/
MLA: "Johnny Nilsson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/johnny-nilsson/.
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