About Waldemar Karlsson
Lived 1897 – 1978 (aged 81). Waldemar Karlsson was a Swedish marathon runner.
Henning Waldemar Karlsson (20 May 1897 – 21 May 1978) was a Swedish long-distance runner. He competed in the marathon at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Waldemar Karlsson?
long-distance runner (1897-1978)
When was Waldemar Karlsson born?
Waldemar Karlsson was born on 20 May 1897 in Stockholm.
When did Waldemar Karlsson die?
Waldemar Karlsson died on 21 May 1978 in Hallstavik.
What was Waldemar Karlsson's occupation?
Waldemar Karlsson was a marathon runner.
What nationality was Waldemar Karlsson?
Waldemar Karlsson was Swedish.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Waldemar Karlsson
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Waldemar Karlsson. https://biography.guide/waldemar-karlsson/
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