Hans Schmidt
Canadian wrestler, 1948 Olympic medalist
Born
February 7th, 1925
100 years ago
Died
May 26th, 2012
12 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in Canada in 1925, Schmidt excelled in the sport of wrestling. Competing in the 1948 London Olympics, he achieved notable success by securing a bronze medal in the lightweight category. Throughout his career, he represented Canada in various international competitions, contributing to the country's presence in the sport. Schmidt's technical skill and dedication to wrestling were evident in his performances on the mat.
Won a bronze medal at the 1948 Olympics
Represented Canada in international wrestling competitions
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