Lauri Tanner
Finnish gymnast and association football player
About Lauri Tanner
Lived 1890 – 1950 (aged 59). Lauri Tanner was a Finnish and Russian association football player, artistic gymnast and physician.
Lauri Arvo Tanner (20 November 1890 – 11 July 1950) was a Finnish gymnast and amateur football (soccer) player who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics.
He was part of the Finnish team, which won the silver medal in the men's gymnastics team, free system event. He also competed in the football tournament. His only game was the bronze medal game, which Finland lost against the Netherlands 0–9.
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Who was Lauri Tanner?
Finnish gymnast and association football player (1890–1950)
When was Lauri Tanner born?
Lauri Tanner was born on 20 November 1890 in Helsinki.
When did Lauri Tanner die?
Lauri Tanner died on 11 July 1950 in Helsinki.
What was Lauri Tanner's occupation?
Lauri Tanner was an association football player, artistic gymnast and physician.
What nationality was Lauri Tanner?
Lauri Tanner was Finnish and Russian.
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