About Vello Kaaristo
Lived 1911 – 1965 (aged 54). Vello Kaaristo was an Estonian and Russian cross-country skier.
Vello Kaaristo (before 1936 Vassili Krassikov; 17 March 1911 in Narva – 14 August 1965) was the first Estonian cross-country skier to compete in the Olympics. At the 1936 Winter Olympics in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, he placed 30th in the 18 km event with a time of 1'25:11, and 23rd in the 50 km event with a time of 4'02:52.
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Who was Vello Kaaristo?
Estonian cross-country skier (1911-1965)
When was Vello Kaaristo born?
Vello Kaaristo was born on 17 March 1911 in Narva.
When did Vello Kaaristo die?
Vello Kaaristo died on 14 August 1965 in Narva.
What was Vello Kaaristo's occupation?
Vello Kaaristo was a cross-country skier.
What nationality was Vello Kaaristo?
Vello Kaaristo was Estonian and Russian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Vello Kaaristo. https://biography.guide/vello-kaaristo/
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