About Paul Tirkkonen
Lived 1884 – 1968 (aged 83). Paul Tirkkonen was a Finnish amateur wrestler.
Paul Ernst Vilhelm Tirkkonen (9 October 1884 – 31 August 1968) was a lightweight Greco-Roman wrestler from Finland who won a bronze medal at the 1911 World Championships. Next year, he competed at the 1912 Olympics, but was eliminated in the second round. His brother Theodor competed alongside him in a heavier weight category.
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Who was Paul Tirkkonen?
wrestler
When was Paul Tirkkonen born?
Paul Tirkkonen was born on 9 October 1884 in Helsinki.
When did Paul Tirkkonen die?
Paul Tirkkonen died on 31 August 1968 in Finland, Helsinki.
What was Paul Tirkkonen's occupation?
Paul Tirkkonen was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Paul Tirkkonen?
Paul Tirkkonen was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Tirkkonen. https://biography.guide/paul-tirkkonen/
MLA: "Paul Tirkkonen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paul-tirkkonen/.
Chicago: "Paul Tirkkonen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/paul-tirkkonen/.
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