Aleksander Mitt facts for kids
Aleksander Mitt was an Estonian speed skater. He was born in Tartu, Estonia, on February 8, 1903. He was known for his speed on the ice. He represented his country in the Winter Olympics more than once.
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Who Was Aleksander Mitt?
Aleksander Mitt was a talented athlete. He specialized in speed skating. This sport involves racing on ice skates around an oval track. Skaters try to complete different distances as fast as they can. Aleksander Mitt trained hard to become one of the best in Estonia.
His Olympic Journey
Aleksander Mitt competed in two different Winter Olympics. These are big international sports events. Athletes from all over the world come together to compete in winter sports.
1928 Winter Olympics
His first Olympic appearance was at the 1928 Winter Olympics in St. Moritz, Switzerland. He took part in several speed skating races:
- He finished 22nd in the 500 metres race. This is a short, fast sprint.
- He placed 20th in the 1500 metres race. This is a middle-distance event.
- He came 21st in the 5000 metres competition. This is a longer endurance race.
1936 Winter Olympics
Aleksander Mitt also competed in the 1936 Winter Olympics held in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. He raced in the same three events:
- He finished 22nd in the 500 metres race.
- He placed 22nd in the 1500 metres race.
- He came 22nd in the 5000 metres event.
- In the longest race, the 10000 metres event, he was unable to finish.
A Difficult Time
Sadly, Aleksander Mitt's life ended during World War II. He passed away in 1942 while in a camp in Kirov Oblast, Russia.
See Also
- Estonia at the 1928 Winter Olympics
- Estonia at the 1936 Winter Olympics
