Vilhelm Carlberg
Swedish Army officer and marksman
Born
Died
1970
55 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Born in 1880, a Swedish Army officer and accomplished shooter participated in various shooting competitions. Competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics held in Stockholm, representing Sweden. Achieved success in military and civilian shooting events, demonstrating proficiency and skill in marksmanship throughout the early 20th century. Contributed to the development of shooting techniques and training within the Swedish military.
Competing in the 1912 Summer Olympics
Achieving multiple shooting accolades
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