Henry Jonsson

SwedenSwedenRetired
Born
May 12, 1912
Birthplace
Stugun, Ragunda, Jämtland (SWE)
Height
1.81 m
Weight
70 kg

Henry Jonsson is a Sweden long-distance runner, born on May 12, 1912 in Stugun, Ragunda, Jämtland (SWE). Standing 1.81 m and weighing 70 kg, He competes primarily in the 5000m.

His personal bests include 14:29.0h in the 5000m. He has earned 1 bronze medal in major international competitions.

1936 season best14:29.0hAug 7, 1936
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 bronze
Last competitionThe XI Olympic GamesAug 7, 1936 · 14:29.0h
The XI Olympic Games

As of Nov 4, 2026: 1936 season best 14:29.0h (Aug 7, 1936) · Last competition: The XI Olympic Games, Aug 7, 1936, 14:29.0h · Olympic Games: 1 bronze · 114 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
5000m193614:29.0h906 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games––11

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
19365000m 14:29.0h–Aug 7, 1936The XI Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1936 season best: 14:29.0h, set on Aug 7, 1936. Last competition: The XI Olympic Games on Aug 7, 1936, 14:29.0h.

Henry Jonsson has won 1 Olympic Games medal.