About Oscar Fonbæk
Lived 1887 – 1965 (aged 78). Oscar Fonbæk was a Norwegian marathon runner.
Lars Oscar Fonbæk (6 July 1887 – 7 September 1965) was a Norwegian long-distance runner.
He was born in Ullensaker, but represented the club IF Torodd in Oslo. In 1908 he won a bronze medal in the 1500 metres and a silver medal in the 5000 metres. In 1909 he set two unofficial Norwegian records in the 3000 metres and the 1 hour run. He competed in the marathon at the 1912 Summer Olympics, but did not finish the race. His personal best marathon time was 2:44.30 hours, achieved in 1912.
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Who was Oscar Fonbæk?
long-distance runner (1887-1965)
When was Oscar Fonbæk born?
Oscar Fonbæk was born on 6 July 1887 in Ullensaker Municipality.
When did Oscar Fonbæk die?
Oscar Fonbæk died on 7 September 1965 in Oslo.
What was Oscar Fonbæk's occupation?
Oscar Fonbæk was a marathon runner.
What nationality was Oscar Fonbæk?
Oscar Fonbæk was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Oscar Fonbæk. https://biography.guide/oscar-fonbaek/
MLA: "Oscar Fonbæk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/oscar-fonbaek/.
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