About Thorleif Holbye
Lived 1883 – 1959 (aged 76). Thorleif Holbye was a Norwegian sailor.
Thorleif Holbye (29 April 1883 – 19 October 1959) was a Norwegian sailor who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was a crew member of the Norwegian boat Irene, which won the gold medal in the 8 metre class (1907 rating).
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Who was Thorleif Holbye?
sailor
When was Thorleif Holbye born?
Thorleif Holbye was born on 29 April 1883 in Oslo.
When did Thorleif Holbye die?
Thorleif Holbye died on 19 October 1959.
What was Thorleif Holbye's occupation?
Thorleif Holbye was a sailor.
What nationality was Thorleif Holbye?
Thorleif Holbye was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thorleif Holbye. https://biography.guide/thorleif-holbye/
MLA: "Thorleif Holbye." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/thorleif-holbye/.
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