About Pontus Hanson
Lived 1884 – 1962 (aged 78). Pontus Hanson was a Swedish swimmer and water polo player.
Pontus Hanson (24 May 1884 – 4 December 1962) was a Swedish water polo player and swimmer, who won a bronze medal at the 1908 Summer Olympics in the 200 m breaststroke. In water polo he won bronze medals in 1908 and 1920 and a silver in 1912. His brother Sven competed in the 200 m breaststroke at the 1912 Olympics.
Hanson worked as a government official, and in parallel took active part in the development of swimming in Sweden, acting as a sports functionary in 1905–1922.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pontus Hanson?
Swedish swimmer and water polo player (1884–1962)
When was Pontus Hanson born?
Pontus Hanson was born on 24 May 1884 in Kristinehamn.
When did Pontus Hanson die?
Pontus Hanson died on 4 December 1962 in Stockholm.
What was Pontus Hanson's occupation?
Pontus Hanson was a swimmer and water polo player.
What nationality was Pontus Hanson?
Pontus Hanson was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pontus Hanson. https://biography.guide/pontus-hanson/
MLA: "Pontus Hanson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pontus-hanson/.
Chicago: "Pontus Hanson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pontus-hanson/.
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