Herman Smith-Johannsen, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Herman Smith-Johannsen

Canadian cross-country skier

Date of Birth: 15-Jun-1875

Place of Birth: Horten, Vestfold, Norway

Date of Death: 05-Jan-1987

Profession: alpine skier, ski jumper, cross-country skier

Nationality: Norway

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Herman "Jackrabbit" Smith-Johannsen, (June 15, 1875 – January 5, 1987) was a Norwegian supercentenarian, credited for introducing cross-country skiing to Canada and North America.
In his youth he was rated one of the best all-round Norwegian skiers.