About Per Olav Wiken
Lived 1937 – 2011 (aged 73). Per Olav Wiken was a Norwegian sailor.
Per Olav Wiken (23 March 1937 – 14 January 2011) was a Norwegian sailor and Olympic medalist.
He received a silver medal in the Star class at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, together with Peder Lunde Jr.
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Who was Per Olav Wiken?
Norwegian sailor (1937–2011)
When was Per Olav Wiken born?
Per Olav Wiken was born on 23 March 1937 in Oslo.
When did Per Olav Wiken die?
Per Olav Wiken died on 14 January 2011 in Manilva.
What was Per Olav Wiken's occupation?
Per Olav Wiken was a sailor.
What nationality was Per Olav Wiken?
Per Olav Wiken was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Per Olav Wiken. https://biography.guide/per-olav-wiken/
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