About Olaf Johannessen
Lived 1890 – 1977 (aged 87). Olaf Johannessen was a Norwegian sport shooter.
Olaf Johannessen (14 May 1890 – 15 November 1977) was a Norwegian shooter who competed in the early 20th century in rifle shooting. He was born and died in Hamar. At the 1924 Summer Olympics he finished eighth in the free rifle team event, and also competed in the 600 metre free rifle and the 50 metre rifle, prone events.
Johannessen lived his entire life in Hamar, and died there on November 15, 1977.
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Who was Olaf Johannessen?
sport shooter (1890–1977)
When was Olaf Johannessen born?
Olaf Johannessen was born on 14 May 1890 in Hamar Municipality.
When did Olaf Johannessen die?
Olaf Johannessen died on 15 November 1977 in Hamar, Norway.
What was Olaf Johannessen's occupation?
Olaf Johannessen was a sport shooter.
What nationality was Olaf Johannessen?
Olaf Johannessen was Norwegian.
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