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Ernst Krogius

1865-06-06 – 1955-09-21

Portrait of Ernst Krogius
Photograph of the Finnish shipowner, lawyer and Olympic sailor Ernst Krogius (1865–1955).Credit: Aarne Pietinen

Life & Legacy

Ernst Edvard Krogius (Helsinki, 6 June 1865 – Copenhagen, 21 September 1955) was a Finnish lawyer, shipowner and sailor who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics. He was a crew member of the Finnish boat Heatherbell, which won the bronze medal in the 12 meter class.

Occupation & Career

skipper, businessperson, lawyer, sailor

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Commander First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Commander of the Order of Vasa; Knight of the Legion of Honour

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Commander First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland · Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland · Commander of the Order of Vasa · Knight of the Legion of Honour

Organizations & Memberships

International Olympic Committee

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1807268 — wikidata View source

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