Eino Sandelin
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Eino Kauno Sandelin (December 16, 1864 – October 15, 1937) was a Finnish
sailor
who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics
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He was a crew member of the Finnish boat Heatherbell, which won the bronze medal in the 12 metre class.
Grand Duchy of Finland
The Grand Duchy of Finland was the predecessor state of modern Finland. It existed 1809–1917 as part of the Russian Empire and was ruled by the Russian czar as Grand Prince.- History :...
sailor
Sailor
A sailor, mariner, or seaman is a person who navigates water-borne vessels or assists in their operation, maintenance, or service. The term can apply to professional mariners, military personnel, and recreational sailors as well as a plethora of other uses...
who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics
1912 Summer Olympics
The 1912 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the V Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event held in Stockholm, Sweden, between 5 May and 27 July 1912. Twenty-eight nations and 2,407 competitors, including 48 women, competed in 102 events in 14 sports...
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He was a crew member of the Finnish boat Heatherbell, which won the bronze medal in the 12 metre class.