About William Karlsen
Lived 1910 – 1986 (aged 76). William Karlsen was a Norwegian swimmer.
William Karlsen (26 July 1910 – 5 October 1986) was a Norwegian backstroke swimmer. He was born in Sarpsborg. He competed at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. He was awarded the King's Cup in 1931, 1933, 1934 and 1936.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Karlsen?
Norwegian swimmer (1910-1986)
When was William Karlsen born?
William Karlsen was born on 26 July 1910 in Sarpsborg.
When did William Karlsen die?
William Karlsen died on 5 October 1986 in Oslo.
What was William Karlsen's occupation?
William Karlsen was a swimmer.
What nationality was William Karlsen?
William Karlsen was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Karlsen. https://biography.guide/william-karlsen/
MLA: "William Karlsen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-karlsen/.
Chicago: "William Karlsen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-karlsen/.
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