Georg Hackenschmidt
Estonian strongman and professional wrestler (1877-1968) · France · On the map · Athletes · Died at 90
Georg Karl Julius Hackenschmidt, known in English-language publications as George Hackenschmidt, was an Estonian strongman, amateur and professional wrestler, writer, and sports philosopher. He is recognized as professional wrestling's first world heavyweight champion.
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Hackenschmidt, ca. 1900
Hackenschmidt on a press photo (1900)
Hackenschmidt and Jenkins on the front page of the Daily Mirror, July 2, 1904
Frank Gotch vs. George Hackenschmidt in their rematch at Comiskey Park (September 4, 1911)
Georg Hackenschmidt vs. Joe Rogers on the cover of Tatler magazine
Gotch vs. Hackenschmidt in 1911Awards
About this person
Country
France
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1877 to 1968 · aged 90
