About Kristian Strøm
Lived 1892 – 1980 (aged 87). Kristian Strøm was a Norwegian speed skater, gardener, politician and referee.
Kristian Strøm (24 December 1892 – 10 November 1980) was a Norwegian speedskater.
He set a world record in 5000 m in 1917, when he improved Oscar Mathisen's previous record in Trondheim. This record lasted four years, until it was beaten by Harald Strøm in 1921.
Strøm became national all-round champion in 1916, 1917, 1919 and 1920, and took five King's Cups.
He represented the club Hortens SK,
World record
Source: SpeedSkatingStats.com
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Who was Kristian Strøm?
Norwegian speed skater
When was Kristian Strøm born?
Kristian Strøm was born on 24 December 1892 in Melhus Municipality.
When did Kristian Strøm die?
Kristian Strøm died on 10 November 1980.
What was Kristian Strøm's occupation?
Kristian Strøm was a speed skater, gardener, politician and referee.
What nationality was Kristian Strøm?
Kristian Strøm was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kristian Strøm. https://biography.guide/kristian-strom/
MLA: "Kristian Strøm." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/kristian-strom/.
Chicago: "Kristian Strøm." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/kristian-strom/.
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