About Eugène Empeyta
Lived 1892 – 1951 (aged 58). Eugène Empeyta was a Swiss fencer.
Eugène Empeyta (12 September 1892 – 20 May 1951) was a Swiss fencer. He competed in foil and épée events at the 1920, 1924 and 1928 Summer Olympics with the best result of fifth place in the team épée in 1920. From 1929 to 1932 he served as president of the Fédération Internationale d'Escrime, and in 1924–1925 and 1939–1943 he headed the Swiss Fencing Federation.
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Who was Eugène Empeyta?
Swiss fencer (1892-1951)
When was Eugène Empeyta born?
Eugène Empeyta was born on 12 September 1892 in Geneva.
When did Eugène Empeyta die?
Eugène Empeyta died on 20 May 1951 in Geneva.
What was Eugène Empeyta's occupation?
Eugène Empeyta was a fencer.
What nationality was Eugène Empeyta?
Eugène Empeyta was Swiss.
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