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Olaf Knudsen

1911 – 1966

Norwegian amateur wrestler

Amateur wrestler

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About Olaf Knudsen

Lived 1911 – 1966 (aged 55). Olaf Knudsen was a Norwegian amateur wrestler.

Olaf Knudsen (28 March 1911 – 17 November 1966) was a Norwegian sport wrestler.

He was born in Halden, and represented the club Halden AK. He competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics, where he placed sixth in Greco-Roman wrestling, the light heavyweight class.

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Important facts

Born

28 March 1911, Halden

Birth century

20th century

Died

17 November 1966

Occupation

Amateur wrestler

Nationality

Norway

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Olaf Knudsen's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Olaf Knudsen?

Norwegian amateur wrestler (1911-1966)

When was Olaf Knudsen born?

Olaf Knudsen was born on 28 March 1911 in Halden.

When did Olaf Knudsen die?

Olaf Knudsen died on 17 November 1966.

What was Olaf Knudsen's occupation?

Olaf Knudsen was an amateur wrestler.

What nationality was Olaf Knudsen?

Olaf Knudsen was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Olaf Knudsen

· Wikidata: Q19517682

· DBpedia: Olaf Knudsen

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