About Edwin Schell
Lived 1900 – 1979 (aged 78). Edwin Schell was an American boxer.
Edwin Wright Schell (November 14, 1900 – October 7, 1979) was an American boxer who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. He was born in Berwyn, Illinois and died in San Diego, California. In 1920, he was eliminated in the quarter-finals of the light heavyweight class after losing his fight to the eventual silver medalist Sverre Sørsdal.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Edwin Schell?
American boxer
When was Edwin Schell born?
Edwin Schell was born on 14 November 1900.
When did Edwin Schell die?
Edwin Schell died on 7 October 1979.
What was Edwin Schell's occupation?
Edwin Schell was a boxer.
What nationality was Edwin Schell?
Edwin Schell was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edwin Schell. https://biography.guide/edwin-schell/
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