About Rasmus Birkeland
Lived 1888 – 1972 (aged 84). Rasmus Birkeland was a Norwegian skipper, sailor and fisher.
Rasmus Ingvald Birkelund (14 April 1888 – 12 December 1972) was a Norwegian sailor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was a crew member of the Norwegian boat Atlanta, which won the gold medal in the 12 metre class (1907 rating).
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Who was Rasmus Birkeland?
sailor
When was Rasmus Birkeland born?
Rasmus Birkeland was born on 14 April 1888 in Austevoll Municipality.
When did Rasmus Birkeland die?
Rasmus Birkeland died on 12 December 1972 in Austevoll Municipality.
What was Rasmus Birkeland's occupation?
Rasmus Birkeland was a skipper, sailor and fisher.
What nationality was Rasmus Birkeland?
Rasmus Birkeland was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rasmus Birkeland. https://biography.guide/rasmus-birkeland/
MLA: "Rasmus Birkeland." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rasmus-birkeland/.
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