About Robert Giertsen
Lived 1894 – 1978 (aged 84). Robert Giertsen was a Norwegian skipper and sailor.
Robert Roach Giertsen (24 August 1894 – 17 October 1978) was a Norwegian sailor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was a crew member of the Norwegian boat Mosk II, which won the gold medal in the 10 metre class (1919 rating).
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Who was Robert Giertsen?
sailor (1894-1978)
When was Robert Giertsen born?
Robert Giertsen was born on 24 August 1894 in Bergen.
When did Robert Giertsen die?
Robert Giertsen died on 17 October 1978 in Bergen.
What was Robert Giertsen's occupation?
Robert Giertsen was a skipper and sailor.
What nationality was Robert Giertsen?
Robert Giertsen was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Giertsen. https://biography.guide/robert-giertsen/
MLA: "Robert Giertsen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-giertsen/.
Chicago: "Robert Giertsen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-giertsen/.
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