About Niels Nielsen
Lived 1883 – 1961 (aged 77). Niels Nielsen was a Norwegian skipper and sailor.
Niels Marius Nielsen (5 October 1883 – 9 February 1961) was a Norwegian sailor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was a crew member of the Norwegian boat Fornebo, which won the silver medal in the 7 metre class.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Niels Nielsen?
Norwegian sailor
When was Niels Nielsen born?
Niels Nielsen was born on 5 October 1883 in Oslo.
When did Niels Nielsen die?
Niels Nielsen died on 9 February 1961.
What was Niels Nielsen's occupation?
Niels Nielsen was a skipper and sailor.
What nationality was Niels Nielsen?
Niels Nielsen was Norwegian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Niels Nielsen (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Niels Nielsen. https://biography.guide/niels-nielsen-skipper/
MLA: "Niels Nielsen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/niels-nielsen-skipper/.
Chicago: "Niels Nielsen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/niels-nielsen-skipper/.
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