About Eugen Mack
Lived 1907 – 1978 (aged 71). Eugen Mack was a Swiss artistic gymnast, olympic champion and massage therapist.
Eugen Mack (21 September 1907 – 29 October 1978) was a Swiss gymnast and Olympic Champion. He competed at the 1928 and 1936 Summer Olympics, winning a total of two Olympic gold medals, four silver medals and two bronze medals.
Although Eugen Mack never won the Olympic All-Around Gold, he did become World All-Around Champion, and with 15 individual medals at the World Championships and Olympics, more than any other gymnast - male or female - in the pre-WWII era and pre-1952 era, he is arguably the most decorated gymnast during this era.
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Who was Eugen Mack?
Swiss artistic gymnast (1907–1978)
When was Eugen Mack born?
Eugen Mack was born on 21 September 1907 in Arbon.
When did Eugen Mack die?
Eugen Mack died on 29 October 1978 in Basel.
What was Eugen Mack's occupation?
Eugen Mack was an artistic gymnast, olympic champion and massage therapist.
What nationality was Eugen Mack?
Eugen Mack was Swiss.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eugen Mack. https://biography.guide/eugen-mack/
MLA: "Eugen Mack." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eugen-mack/.
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