About Svante Olsson
Lived 1893 – 1955 (aged 61). Svante Olsson was a Swedish athletics competitor.
Bror Svante Olsson (20 May 1893 – 8 April 1955) was a Swedish track and field athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. In 1912, he finished 13th place in the javelin throw competition.
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Who was Svante Olsson?
Swedish javelin thrower (1893-1955)
When was Svante Olsson born?
Svante Olsson was born on 20 May 1893.
When did Svante Olsson die?
Svante Olsson died on 8 April 1955.
What was Svante Olsson's occupation?
Svante Olsson was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Svante Olsson?
Svante Olsson was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Svante Olsson. https://biography.guide/svante-olsson/
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