About Charlie Gauer
Lived 1921 – 1973 (aged 52). Charlie Gauer was an American american football player.
Charles Edward Gauer (September 24, 1921 – October 22, 1973) was a professional football player, and later an assistant coach, for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). However, he was also a member of the "Steagles," a team that was the result of a temporary merger between the Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers due to the league-wide manning shortages in 1943 brought on by World War II.
As an assistant coach, he helped develop the wide receivers and tight ends for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1952-1961 and 1969-1970.
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Who was Charlie Gauer?
American football player and coach (1921-1973)
When was Charlie Gauer born?
Charlie Gauer was born on 24 September 1921 in Chicago.
When did Charlie Gauer die?
Charlie Gauer died on 1 November 1973.
What was Charlie Gauer's occupation?
Charlie Gauer was an american football player.
What nationality was Charlie Gauer?
Charlie Gauer was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charlie Gauer. https://biography.guide/charlie-gauer/
MLA: "Charlie Gauer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charlie-gauer/.
Chicago: "Charlie Gauer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/charlie-gauer/.
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