August Nilsson facts for kids
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's tug of war | ||
Representing  Mixed team |
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| Olympic Games | ||
| Gold | 1900 Paris | Team competition |
August Nilsson was a Swedish athlete born on October 15, 1872, in Trollenäs. He became famous for competing in track and field events and tug of war. August took part in the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris, France. He passed away on May 23, 1921, in Stockholm.
August Nilsson: An Olympic Athlete
August Nilsson was a talented athlete who competed in two different sports at the 1900 Olympic Games. This was a big deal because it showed his skill in various areas.
His Olympic Journey
At the Paris Olympics, August Nilsson competed in several events.
- In shot put, he finished in ninth place.
- He also competed in pole vault, where he placed eighth.
But his biggest achievement came in the tug of war competition. August was part of a special team made up of athletes from both Denmark and Sweden. This Dano-Swedish team won the gold medal! They beat their opponents from France in a tough contest. This victory was very important because it marked the first time Sweden won Olympic gold medals.
See also
- Dual sport and multi-sport Olympians
