Benjamin Vanninen
Cross-country skier · Finland · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1921 to 1975 · aged 53
Benjam "Benjamin" Vanninen was a Finnish cross-country skier. He won a bronze medal in the 50 km event at the 1948 Winter Olympics, 20 seconds ahead of his elder brother Pekka. Vanninen never won a Finnish title, but won the 50 km race at the Lahti Ski Games in 1946 and 1948 and at Ounasvaara in 1946 and 1947.
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After retiring from competitions he worked as a customs officer, merchant, and manufacturer of skating equipment and ski wax.
Country
Finland
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 1975 · aged 53
