About William Berntsen
Lived 1912 – 1994 (aged 82). William Berntsen was a Danish sailor.
William Eldred Berntsen (25 March 1912 – 14 September 1994) was a Danish competitive sailor and Olympic medalist. He won a silver medal in the 5.5 Metre class at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, together with Søren Hancke and Steen Christensen.
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Who was William Berntsen?
Danish sailor
When was William Berntsen born?
William Berntsen was born on 25 March 1912 in Jersie Strand.
When did William Berntsen die?
William Berntsen died on 14 September 1994 in Frederikssund.
What was William Berntsen's occupation?
William Berntsen was a sailor.
What nationality was William Berntsen?
William Berntsen was Danish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Berntsen. https://biography.guide/william-berntsen/
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