Oscar Swahn
sport shooter (1847–1927)
1847 — 1927
Quick Facts
Profession
sport shooter (1847–1927)
Born
October 20, 1847
Died
1927 (age ~80)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
senior accountant, sport shooter
SwedenBorn in Tanum MunicipalityDied in Stockholm
1847
Born in Tanum Municipality (1847-10-20)
1927
Died in Stockholm
About
Oscar Gomer Swahn was a Swedish shooter who competed at three Olympic games and won six medals, including three gold. Swahn holds records as the oldest Olympian at the time of competition, the oldest person to win gold, and the oldest athlete to win an Olympic medal.
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Who is Oscar Swahn?+
Oscar Gomer Swahn was a Swedish shooter who competed at three Olympic games and won six medals, including three gold. Swahn holds records as the oldest Olympian at the time of competition, the oldest person to win gold, and the oldest athlete to win an Olympic medal.
What does the name Oscar mean?+
The name Oscar means "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Oscar Swahn born?+
Oscar Swahn was born on October 20, 1847.
When did Oscar Swahn die?+
Oscar Swahn died in 1927, at approximately 80 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish or Old English.
The name Oscar is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Oscar — October 20, 1847
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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