About Les Olsson
Lived 1909 – 1972 (aged 62). Les Olsson was an American american football player.
Carl Lester Olsson (August 18, 1909 – July 2, 1972) was an American football offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) for the Boston/Washington Redskins. He attended Mercer University.
After his playing career, Olsson was the football head coach for 25 years at Akron Manchester High School.
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Who was Les Olsson?
American football player (1909-1972)
When was Les Olsson born?
Les Olsson was born on 18 August 1909 in Akron.
When did Les Olsson die?
Les Olsson died on 1 July 1972 in Barberton.
What was Les Olsson's occupation?
Les Olsson was an american football player.
What nationality was Les Olsson?
Les Olsson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Les Olsson. https://biography.guide/les-olsson/
MLA: "Les Olsson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/les-olsson/.
Chicago: "Les Olsson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/les-olsson/.
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