About Yakov Melnikov
Lived 1896 – 1960 (aged 64). Yakov Melnikov was a Russian speed skater.
He was the bronze medalist of the 1923 World Allround Speed Skating Championships. Melnikov set 27 national records.
He first started in the Russian championship in 1913. He last went on the ice as a participant in the country's championship in 1941. The last champion and record holder of the Russian Empire. The first champion of the RSFSR.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Yakov Melnikov?
Soviet Union speed skater (1896–1960)
When was Yakov Melnikov born?
Yakov Melnikov was born on 13 January 1896 in Moscow.
When did Yakov Melnikov die?
Yakov Melnikov died on 12 July 1960 in Moscow.
What was Yakov Melnikov's occupation?
Yakov Melnikov was a speed skater.
What nationality was Yakov Melnikov?
Yakov Melnikov was Russian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Yakov Melnikov. https://biography.guide/yakov-melnikov/
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