About Torkel Persson
Lived 1894 – 1972 (aged 78). Torkel Persson was a Swedish cross-country skier.
Torkel Persson (June 21, 1894, Undersåker, Jämtland – August 6, 1972) was a Swedish cross-country skier from Offerdal in Jämtland who competed in the 1924 Winter Olympics.
In 1924 he finished fifth in the 50 kilometre event as well as ninth in the 18 km competition. Cross-country skiing results Olympic Games Year Age 18 km 50 km 1924 29 9 5
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Who was Torkel Persson?
Swedish cross-country skier
When was Torkel Persson born?
Torkel Persson was born on 21 June 1894.
When did Torkel Persson die?
Torkel Persson died on 6 August 1972.
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Torkel Persson was a cross-country skier.
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Torkel Persson was Swedish.
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