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Viljo Heino

Finnish long-distance runner · Finland · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1914 to 1998 · aged 84

Viljo ("Ville") Akseli Heino was a Finnish athlete who held the world record for the 10,000 metres event from 25 August 1944 to 11 June 1949 and again from 1 September 1949 to 22 October 1949. He was the male Finnish Sportspersonality of the year for 1949.

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A typical day, 30 days to 17 August 2026

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Awards

Cross of Liberty, 4th Class
Medal of Liberty, 1st Class
Medal of Liberty, 2nd Class
Memorial medal of the Winter War
Memorial medal of the Continuation War

About this person

Country
Finland
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1914 to 1998 · aged 84