About László Karácson
Lived 1918 – 2004 (aged 85). László Karácson was a Hungarian modern pentathlete and pentathlete.
László Karácson (24 November 1918 – 1 May 2004) was a Hungarian army officer who competed in modern pentathlon at the 1948 Summer Olympics. He broke his collar bone in the opening event, the cross-country riding. He nevertheless continued in the fencing and shooting events using his weaker arm, finishing 11th and 32nd respectively. He withdrew from the swimming and cross-country running, finishing last of the 45 competitors.
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Who was László Karácson?
modern pentathlete
When was László Karácson born?
László Karácson was born on 24 November 1918 in Budapest.
When did László Karácson die?
László Karácson died on 1 May 2004 in Budapest.
What was László Karácson's occupation?
László Karácson was a modern pentathlete and pentathlete.
What nationality was László Karácson?
László Karácson was Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). László Karácson. https://biography.guide/laszlo-karacson/
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