About Sven Hanson
Lived 1892 – 1972 (aged 80). Sven Hanson was a Swedish swimmer.
Sven Hanson (2 February 1892 – 22 June 1972) was a Swedish swimmer. He competed in the men's 200 metre breaststroke event at the 1912 Summer Olympics.
Hanson represented Stockholms KK.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sven Hanson?
Swedish swimmer (1892–1972)
When was Sven Hanson born?
Sven Hanson was born on 2 February 1892 in Kristinehamn.
When did Sven Hanson die?
Sven Hanson died on 22 June 1972 in Västervik.
What was Sven Hanson's occupation?
Sven Hanson was a swimmer.
What nationality was Sven Hanson?
Sven Hanson was Swedish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Sven Hanson (swimmer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sven Hanson. https://biography.guide/sven-hanson/
MLA: "Sven Hanson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/sven-hanson/.
Chicago: "Sven Hanson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/sven-hanson/.
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