Andresen, Axel J.
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Axel J. Andresen photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0919
Abstract
The Axel J. Andresen photograph collection consists of images of Axel Andresen ski jumping. Included are images relating to the 1952 Winter Olympic Games in Oslo, Norway.
Dates:
circa 1920-1959
Axel J. Andresen scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1917
Abstract
The Axel J. Andresen scrapbooks (1930-1980) were compiled by Andresen documenting his involvement in competitive ski jumping. A native of Norway, Andresen came to Utah in 1912. He held most major jump titles between 1918 and 1927. He was a founding member of the Norwegian-American Athletic Club, which later became the Utah Ski Club. Andresen served as vice president of that organization in the 1930s.
Dates:
1930-1980