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Herman Smith-Johannsen, Norwegian-Canadian skier (born 1875)

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Herman Smith-Johannsen

Norwegian skier and supercentenarian (1875–1987)

Herman "Jackrabbit" Smith-Johannsen, was a Norwegian skier and supercentenarian. He was the oldest living man from 14 December 1986 to 5 January 1987. He was appointed as a Member of the Order of Canada in 1972. He is credited for building many ski jumps and blazing trails in…
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January 5

Day of the year

January 5 is the fifth day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 360 days remain until the end of the year.
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