Nils Östensson
Swedish cross-country skier
About Nils Östensson
Lived 1918 – 1949 (aged 31). Nils Östensson was a Swedish cross-country skier and military patrol (sport) runner.
Nils Holger Östensson (29 April 1918, Transtrand, Dalarna – 24 July 1949 at the same place) was a Swedish cross-country skier who competed in the 1940s. He won the 4 × 10 km relay gold and the 18 km silver at the 1948 Winter Olympics in St. Moritz.
Östensson also won the 18 km and 50 km events at the Holmenkollen ski festival in 1949.
He died in a motorcycle accident on 24 July 1949.
Cross-country skiing results All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).
Olympic Games 2 medals – (1 gold, 1 silver) Year Age 18 km 50 km 4 × 10 km relay 1948 29 Silver — Gold
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Who was Nils Östensson?
Swedish cross-country skier
When was Nils Östensson born?
Nils Östensson was born on 29 April 1918 in Malung-Sälen Municipality.
When did Nils Östensson die?
Nils Östensson died on 24 July 1949 in Malung-Sälen Municipality.
What was Nils Östensson's occupation?
Nils Östensson was a cross-country skier and military patrol (sport) runner.
What nationality was Nils Östensson?
Nils Östensson was Swedish.
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