Henry Jonsson

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameJohn Henry•Jonsson (-Kälarne)
Used nameHenry•Jonsson
Born12 May 1912 in Stugun, Ragunda, Jämtland (SWE)
Died9 March 2001 in Stockholm, Stockholm (SWE)
Measurements181 cm / 70 kg
AffiliationsSoIK Hellas, Nacka (SWE)
NOC Sweden
Medals OG
Gold 0
Silver 0
Bronze 1
Total 1

Biography

Henry Jonsson had the following podium finishes at major championships: 3rd in the 1936 Olympics 5000 metres; 2nd in the 1938 European Championships 5000 metres. In the European Championships he competed under the name Henry Kälarne.

Personal Best: 5000 – 14:18.8 (1939).

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1936 Summer Olympics Athletics SWE Henry Jonsson
5,000 metres, Men (Olympic) 3 Bronze

Special Notes