Henry Wittenberg
American wrestler and Olympic champion
Born
September 18th, 1918
106 years ago
Died
March 9th, 2010
15 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in American wrestling, this individual won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1948 London Olympics. Throughout his career, he competed at a high level and earned recognition for his outstanding skills on the mat. After retiring from competitive wrestling, he transitioned into coaching, helping to train future generations of wrestlers. His influence extended into educational institutions where he taught and mentored young athletes.
Won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1948 Olympics
Served as a coach and mentor for aspiring wrestlers
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