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Abe Zvonkin

1910 – 2002

Canadian-American athlete and professional wrestler

Athletics competitor Professional wrestler Canadian football player
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About Abe Zvonkin

Lived 1910 – 2002 (aged 92). Abe Zvonkin was an American athletics competitor, professional wrestler and canadian football player.

Canadian Football Zvonkin began his football career in 1933 with the Hamilton Tigers of the Ontario Rugby Football Union, but when he attended Queen's University he became an all-star in 1934 with the Queen's Golden Gaels. He returned to the Tigers for 3 more seasons in 1937, ending with his enlistment during World War II. He played two more seasons with the Hamilton Flying Wildcats, winning the Grey Cup in 1943, his last season.

Professional wrestling career After being influenced by Whipper Billy Watson, Zvorkin made his professional wrestling debut on March 24, 1944, defeating Al Dunlop.

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Important facts

Born
6 March 1910, New York City
Birth century
20th century
Died
22 August 2002, Hamilton
Occupation
Athletics competitor, professional wrestler, Canadian football player
Nationality
United States

People in Abe Zvonkin's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Abe Zvonkin?

Canadian-American athlete and professional wrestler (1910-2002)

When was Abe Zvonkin born?

Abe Zvonkin was born on 6 March 1910 in New York City.

When did Abe Zvonkin die?

Abe Zvonkin died on 22 August 2002 in Hamilton.

What was Abe Zvonkin's occupation?

Abe Zvonkin was an athletics competitor, professional wrestler and canadian football player.

What nationality was Abe Zvonkin?

Abe Zvonkin was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Abe Zvonkin

· Wikidata: Q4666453

· DBpedia: Abe Zvonkin

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