About Kaare Larsen
Lived 1914 – 1980 (aged 65). Kaare Larsen was a Norwegian amateur wrestler.
Kaare Oliver Larsen (10 October 1914 – 26 April 1980) was a Norwegian sport wrestler who competed in the 1948 Summer Olympics.
He was born in Østre Aker, and represented the sports club SK av 1909. He participated in the middleweight class in wrestling at the 1948 Summer Olympics, where he finished fifth overall. He attributed his success partially to the rivalry he had with Svetskan born Ulrich Ulrichson, which lasted for several decades.
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Who was Kaare Larsen?
Norwegian wrestler (1914-1980)
When was Kaare Larsen born?
Kaare Larsen was born on 10 October 1914 in Oslo.
When did Kaare Larsen die?
Kaare Larsen died on 26 April 1980.
What was Kaare Larsen's occupation?
Kaare Larsen was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Kaare Larsen?
Kaare Larsen was Norwegian.
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