Léon Thiébaut

French fencer, Olympic gold medalist

Léon Thiébaut - French fencer, Olympic gold medalist
Born

June 14th, 1878
146 years ago

Died

1943
82 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

Links & References

A celebrated fencer represented France in the early 20th century, achieving considerable success in individual and team events. Competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris, where garnered acclaim as part of the French team in the sabre category. The performance contributed to French dominance in the sport during this period. Further participated in various European fencing championships, consistently exhibiting exceptional skill and technique in competitions.

Won a gold medal in sabre at the 1900 Olympics

Competed for the French national fencing team

Excelled in European fencing championships

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