John Larsen
Sport shooter (1913-1989) · Norway · On the map · Athletes · Died at 75
John Harry Larsen was a Norwegian rifle shooter who competed in the 100 metre running deer event at the 1952 and 1956 Olympics. He won a gold medal in 1952 and placed eighth in 1956. At the 1952 Olympics he used a custom M95M Trombone Conversion in 6.5×55mm of which there were only 3 made.
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Larsen won seven gold medals at the ISSF World Shooting Championships in 1949-1954. His son, John H. Larsen, Jr., also became an Olympic rifle shooter.
Country
Norway
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1913 to 1989 · aged 75
