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Paavo Nurmi: Facts & Related Content
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Also Known As | Paavo Johannes Nurmi |
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Born | June 13, 1897 • Turku • Finland |
Died | October 2, 1973 (aged 76) • Helsinki • Finland |
Awards And Honors | Olympic Games |
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