About Leif Næss
Lived 1923 – 1973 (aged 50). Leif Næss was a Norwegian rower and schoolchild.
Leif Trygve Næss (29 January 1923 – 10 June 1973) was a Norwegian competition rower and Olympic medalist. He received a bronze medal in men's eight at the 1948 Summer Olympics, as a member of the Norwegian team.
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Who was Leif Næss?
Norwegian rower (1923–1973)
When was Leif Næss born?
Leif Næss was born on 29 January 1923 in Haugesund Municipality.
When did Leif Næss die?
Leif Næss died on 10 June 1973 in Oslo, Oslo Municipality.
What was Leif Næss's occupation?
Leif Næss was a rower and schoolchild.
What nationality was Leif Næss?
Leif Næss was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leif Næss. https://biography.guide/leif-naess/
MLA: "Leif Næss." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leif-naess/.
Chicago: "Leif Næss." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/leif-naess/.
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